Archive · 25 Nov 2025
Sweden Seeks Long-Range Missiles to Strike Russia
Sweden wants to buy long-range missiles that can hit targets very far away, even inside other countries.
The Swedish military says these missiles, which can travel up to 2,000 kilometers, are needed to protect Sweden from threats.
The defense minister explained that this is important because Russia already has similar weapons.
The plan is to use these missiles to target military bases and important buildings deep inside enemy territory.
The Swedish government is considering this request.
Sweden’s military seeks long-range cruise missiles with a range of up to 2,000 km.
The missiles are intended to strike military installations and critical infrastructure deep behind enemy lines.
The defense minister stated that this capability is needed to match Russia’s own long-range weapons.
The request was submitted to the government in a report this week.
The aim is to enhance Sweden’s deterrent capabilities against potential threats.
- Who
- Sweden’s military and defense minister
- What
- Seeking long-range cruise missiles
- When
- This week
- Where
- Sweden
- Why
- To match Russia’s long-range capabilities and deter threats
- Country
- Sweden
- Weapon Range
- 2,000 km (1,243 miles)
- Target Capabilities
- Military installations and critical infrastructure
- Report Submitted
- This week
- Defense Minister's Statement
- Needed to match Russia's long-range capabilities