Sweden warns Russia may seize Baltic islands

Sweden's chief of defence, General Micael Bydén, has warned that Russia could launch a provocation into the Baltic region at any time. Swedish military intelligence suggests a limited operation to test NATO's resolve, likely targeting one of the Baltic's many small islands for capture. The warning specifically mentions the strategic islands of Gotland and Bornholm as potential targets. This assessment comes amid heightened tensions in the Baltic region following Russia's increased military activities.