Sweden has formally applied to join NATO, according to reports. | BISouthAfrica
SVT published footage of Foreign Minister Ann Linde signing what it said was the application to the military alliance. Sweden's application is to be submitted alongside Finland's, SVT reported.
The countries announced their intention to join NATO and bolster their defenses after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Finland shares a long border with Russia, while Sweden neighbours Finland. The plan to join NATO marks an end to the countries' traditional neutrality in the face of Russian President Vladimir Putin's war.This story is developing. Please check back for updates.
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