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Sweden sends more soldiers to Gotland amid fears of Russia

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Christian Blenker
July 1, 2024

Sweden plans to post more soliders on Gotland as the island's proximity to Russia increases its strategic importance. The popular tourist destination recently saw thousands of NATO troops take part in a military drill.

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