Swedish troops boost NATO presence in Latvia

Hundreds of Swedish forces arrive in Latvia in largest deployment with NATO to date
Hundreds of Swedish troops have arrived in Latvia to join a Canadian-led multinational brigade along NATO’s eastern flank.
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Swedish soldiers arrived in Riga to support the NATO Multinational Brigade under Canadian command. This marks a historic contribution to regional security. About 550 soldiers from the Swedish military contingent arrived in Latvia on Saturday to reinforce the NATO Multinational Brigade under Canadian command.
Hundreds of Swedish forces arrive in Latvia to join Canadian-led NATO brigade
Hundreds of Swedish troops arrived in Latvia on Saturday to join a Canadian-led multinational brigade along NATO’s eastern flank, a mission Sweden is calling its most significant operation so far as a member of the Western defense alliance.
Swedish troops arrive in Latvia, marking 1st deployment to another NATO member state
As part of NATO's collective defence we strengthen the security of the Baltic region and stand united for a safer future,' says Swedish defense chief - Anadolu Ajansı
Latvia: Sweden joins NATO's Multinational Brigade in Latvia
Sweden is joining NATO's Multinational Brigade Latvia on a long-term basis with a mechanized infantry battalion of up to 600 soldiers. The commander of the Multinational Brigade Latvia, Colonel Cedric Aspirault,
Swedish troops bolster NATO brigade under Canadian command in Riga
About 550 Swedish soldiers have arrived in Riga to support the NATO Multinational Brigade under Canadian command. This marks a significant step for regional security. Approximately 550 soldiers from the Swedish military contingent arrived in Latvia on Saturday to reinforce the NATO Multinational Brigade under Canadian command.
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