Swedish volunteer of the International Legion died in the battles for Ukraine, reports SVT. The unit participated in the battles in the Donetsk direction, shell fragments hit the fighter in the chest.

The deceased served in the Swedish Air Force and had the rank of lieutenant. He retired from the service before coming to Ukraine.

“He came here about two months ago and was here to teach and share his tactical knowledge. He thought it was better to fight here than the war would reach Sweden.. He was not a mercenary, he was a good guy who wants to do something, ”acquaintances of the deceased told reporters..

According to SVT, since the beginning of the Russian invasion, hundreds of Swedes have joined the ranks of the International Legion and other units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Some of them have previously served in the Swedish army and have military experience..

Some fighters took a vacation and came to Ukraine. At home, they face problems due to the fact that they did not retire from the army before leaving.