Criminal gangs in Sweden may have access to far more powerful weapons, possibly shipped from Ukraine, according to a report by Sputnik News. The arms smugglers in the second-largest city of Gothenburg have been receiving requests to procure weapons from the conflict-hit regions of Ukraine.

Are Swedish gangs receiving weapons destined for Ukraine?

Ukraine has urged the western nations to expedite the supply of weapons as Dnipro, a city in central Ukraine, bleeds from the attacks by Russian missiles. The attack killed at least 40 people, including apartment block residents and Ukrainian soldiers.

Ukraine insists western nations should 'speed up' weapon supplies to combat Russian attacks

The United States on January 6 announced $3 billion in military assistance for Ukraine amid the ongoing war with Vladimir Putin-led Russia. The White House said that the package will feature Bradley armoured vehicles.

U.S. announces $3 billion in aid package for Ukraine amid war