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Sweden's 'Doomsday Prep for Dummies' guide hits mailboxes today
https://www.theregister.com/2024/11/18/sweden_updates_war_guide/First in six years is nearly three times the size of the older, pre-NATO version
Residents of Sweden are to receive a handy new guide this week that details how to prepare for various types of crisis situations or wartime should geopolitical events threaten the country.
The "If crisis or war comes" [PDF] guide received its first update in six years and its distribution to every Swedish household begins today. Citing factors such as war, terrorism, cyberattacks, and increasingly extreme weather events, the 32-page guide was commissioned by the government and calls for unity to secure the country's independence.
"To all residents of Sweden, we live in uncertain times," the brochure begins. "Armed conflicts are currently being waged in our corner of the world. Terrorism, cyberattacks, and disinformation campaigns are being used to undermine and influence us. To resist these threats, we must stand united. If Sweden is attacked, everyone must do their part to defend Sweden's independence – and our democracy.
"We build resilience every day, together with our loved ones, colleagues, friends, and neighbors. In this brochure, you learn how to prepare for, and act, in case of crisis or war. You are part of Sweden's overall emergency preparedness."
Sweden, which joined the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) only this year, said military threats are increasing. Foreign affairs minister Tobias Billström specifically referred to the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine as the reason for joining in an April speech.
The "If crisis or war comes" [PDF] guide received its first update in six years and its distribution to every Swedish household begins today. Citing factors such as war, terrorism, cyberattacks, and increasingly extreme weather events, the 32-page guide was commissioned by the government and calls for unity to secure the country's independence.
"To all residents of Sweden, we live in uncertain times," the brochure begins. "Armed conflicts are currently being waged in our corner of the world. Terrorism, cyberattacks, and disinformation campaigns are being used to undermine and influence us. To resist these threats, we must stand united. If Sweden is attacked, everyone must do their part to defend Sweden's independence – and our democracy.
"We build resilience every day, together with our loved ones, colleagues, friends, and neighbors. In this brochure, you learn how to prepare for, and act, in case of crisis or war. You are part of Sweden's overall emergency preparedness."
Sweden, which joined the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) only this year, said military threats are increasing. Foreign affairs minister Tobias Billström specifically referred to the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine as the reason for joining in an April speech.
Link to English-language PDF: https://rib.msb.se/filer/pdf/30874.pdf