STOCKHOLM: Sweden said on Tuesday it would give 7.1 billion kronor ($682 million) worth of military equipment to Ukraine, in a boost for the country as it struggles to counter Russia's invasion.

"The reason we are continuing to support Ukraine is a matter of humanity and decency. Russia started an illegal, unprovoked and indefensible war," Swedish Defense Minister Pal Jonson told a news conference.

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