Army paper shows new defense strategy: Amherd supports offensive air raids abroad

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In the event of a conflict, the Swiss army must also take offensive actions abroad for defense purposes. “If you wait for the missile to hit the house, you no longer have to defend yourself. Then it will be too late. “You have to make sure you can stop it before it reaches its target,” says Defense Minister Viola Amherd (61) in the SRF program “Rundschau”.

But it’s not just about rockets; air bases, radar systems, drone launch equipment and guided missile positions could also be possible targets, according to a new report published by the federal government in August 2023.

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The army wants to protect the airspace

In this way, attacking ground troops could also be fought before they hit your own defense line. “On the one hand, attacks on deployment axes, command and logistics facilities or troop gatherings are intended to weaken the combat effectiveness of the opponents. On the other hand, it is about limiting their mobility,” the report said. “For example, they could be prevented from using their weapons systems in a coordinated manner or from bringing in troops.”

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Without sufficient control over the airspace, the army cannot be deployed successfully in an armed conflict, the report said. “The civilian population would also be defenseless against air attacks.”

Amherd says on SRF that she does not rule out any scenario. “We must be prepared for all threats.” (brother)

Source:Blick