Swedish FM assures Gulf allies of readiness to protect navigation: No to 'weaponising straits'
The National · 11 Jun 2026

Swedish FM assures Gulf allies of readiness to protect navigation: No to 'weaponising straits'

The Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sweden Maria Malmer Stenergard carried more than a message of support to the UAE and other Gulf countries, telling allies that her Nato member country is ready to help safeguard freedom of navigation. In an exclusive interview with The National in Abu Dhabi, Ms St


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Sweden's Foreign Minister emphasizes the country's commitment to ensuring freedom of navigation in the Gulf region, reassuring allies against the weaponization of maritime routes. This stance highlights Sweden's strategic role in regional security amidst rising geopolitical tensions.


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