Sweden's JAS 39 Gripen in NATO Nuclear Drills
Sweden, NATO's 32nd member, will participate in the annual Steadfast Noon exercises, starting October 13, to ensure the reliability and effectiveness of the Alliance's nuclear deterrence.
The Swedish Ministry of Defense confirmed the involvement of Swedish JAS 39 Gripen jets in the exercises, which aim to practice conventional support and contribute to nuclear deterrence.
Nuclear deterrence is primarily intended to ensure the security of allies, and in today's unstable conditions, NATO must maintain a reliable nuclear capability that serves as a safeguard against attacks on the Alliance.
- Sweden's JAS 39 Gripen jets will train alongside allies under the SNOWCAT concept.
- The exercises will not use live nuclear weapons.
Author's summary: Sweden joins NATO nuclear drills with Gripen jets.