Young Swedes are rushing to enlist. The military is forced to reject candidates due to the high number of applications.
With the war in Ukraine and Russia's aggression in mind, Swedes are hurrying to enlist.
The military has become so appealing to young Swedes that officials are compelled to turn away candidates eager to be part of the National Guard, a force that complements the country's professional army.
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In 2020, there were approximately 20,000 members, but the Russian invasion of Ukraine triggered a spectacular increase in enrollments.
Moreover, the war initiated by Vladimir Putin prompted Sweden to abandon its policy of military non-alignment and seek NATO membership.
Now, Sweden's integration into NATO awaits only Hungary's approval.
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