The Swedish Ministry of Defense reported.“Sweden is now increasing its military support to Ukraine to put greater pressure on Russia. More Archers, drones, and ammunition will make a difference on the battlefield. Europe’s right to peace and freedom must be defended,” said Minister for Defence Pål Jonson.The new aid package includes:Artillery and long-range capability – procurement of 18 Archer artillery units with artillery ammunition and long-range drones. Total value: around SEK 3.6 billion.Marine materiel – the procurement includes coastal surveillance radar systems, tross boats equipped with grenade launchers, diving chambers and crane lorries. Total value: around SEK 2.1 billion.Air defence and space – the procurement includes ammunition, sensors and command and control systems for the previously donated Swedish anti-aircraft system Tridon, equipment for air base operations and sensors to track down drones and robot systems. Total value: around SEK 3.5 billion. Within the framework of air defence and space, donations of materiel are also being made by the Swedish Armed Forces, with corresponding replacement purchases and transport.Additionally, Sweden is investing in civil defense, providing equipment and carrying out related procurement and transport for air defense and space operations, as well as supporting research through the Swedish Defense Research Agency and the Swedish Defense University.Sweden will allocate SEK 1.5 billion (over $150 million) to strengthen Ukraine’s military, including barrels for Archer artillery and other equipment.