It's been tested at a secret location, and it could save NATO from Russia:

In a quiet rural area of Sweden, a revolutionary test was conducted that could reshape modern drone warfare. A new system called ‘Kreuger,’ developed by the Swedish company Nordijska zračna obrana (NAD), successfully intercepted Russian-made drones during a demonstration. This breakthrough marks a potential shift in how NATO allies counter the growing threat posed by inexpensive, mass-produced drone swarms. The test took place under controlled conditions, with journalists from The Telegraph present to witness the event. The ‘Kreuger’ system, described as resembling a “flying mobile phone with a combat head,” is designed to be both affordable and effective against low-cost drone threats. It measures roughly the size of a shoebox, features a fragile propeller, and bears some resemblance to a toy submarine. Despite its simple appearance, the system’s design is intended to offer a powerful solution to a pressing military challenge. Russia has been producing thousands of cheap, swarm-capable drones, often costing just hundreds of dollars. These drones have proven devastating in conflict zones, capable of destroying expensive armored vehicles worth millions. According to Dominic Surano, a flight engineer at NAD, these drones pose a serious threat. “We see drones costing $500 that destroy tanks worth $20 million,” he warned before the test. The ‘Kreuger’ system costs around $10,000 (approximately £8,000), making it significantly more cost-effective than traditional anti-aircraft missiles, which can cost millions. The system uses artificial intelligence to detect enemy drones, adjust its trajectory after a missed shot, and then deploy a simulated warhead within the blast radius. During testing, the system successfully identified and neutralized a target drone, demonstrating its effectiveness. Tobias Billström, former Swedish foreign minister and director of strategy at NAD, expressed confidence in the system’s potential. “I am certain we have the answer because we solved the issue of affordability in air defense,” he stated following the successful launch. Billström emphasized that the system is constructed entirely using components not sourced from China, enabling large-scale production even amid trade disruptions. He noted that initial users might include Ukrainian forces, with plans to expand the system across Europe. NAD is already working on an updated version that would utilize electromagnetic pulses to disrupt drones. British ex-defense minister James Heappey praised the system’s potential for British armed forces. “If you look at the drones and projectiles launched by Iran into Israel, everything was designed to enter the airspace simultaneously to create a multi-layered challenge. The key principle is that the defender must be cheaper than the attacker. This is the next cheapest thing and can overcome drones designed to confuse and overwhelm defenses,” he explained. Europe faces mounting challenges from drone attacks. In September, Russian drones entered Polish airspace, prompting NATO to deploy fighter jets, an extremely costly response to inexpensive weaponry. Similar incidents have occurred near airbases in Germany and Spain. Ulrike Franke, a German expert on drone warfare at the European Council for Foreign Relations, warns that the situation is becoming increasingly dire. “What we’ve seen with Iranian drone systems is that they’re simple but effective enough. There’s no reward for sophistication in war,” she said. She pointed out that the recent collapse of Lithuania’s government was partly due to difficulties in countering Russian drone attacks. Despite skepticism toward new companies relying heavily on artificial intelligence, Franke believes that simple and affordable tools are essential for long-term defense against Russian and Iranian drone swarms. “Imagine a situation like Ukraine, where thousands of drones come in, risking bankruptcy trying to defend yourself,” she cautioned. The ‘Kreuger’ system represents an attempt to win this battle through mass production, affordability, and efficiency. A successful test could signal a major step forward in strengthening European defense capabilities.