After the Cold War ended, neutral Sweden relaxed its military posture, reduced its defense spending, conducted fewer exercises, and focused on domestic issues, anticipating a period of security calm. But as Russia flexes its military muscles-having annexed Crimea, invaded Georgia and Ukraine, and taken a highly aggressive posture toward its other European neighbors-Sweden is moving quickly to heighten its readiness and ability to deter a war-or fight one.
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