Political infighting in Västra Götaland highlights escalating accusations among parties as threats to democracy, reflecting growing mistrust in regional politics.
Swedish political party leader salaries in 2025 reveal stark contrasts, with Anna Karin-Hatt as the highest and several leaders earning only parliamentary wages.
Dagens Nyheter accuses the Swedish Government Offices of deliberately obstructing the investigation into former national security advisor Henrik Landerholm, raising concerns about transparency and accountability.
A Brå survey reveals alarming rates of threats and violence against Swedish politicians in 2024, highlighting a serious threat to democracy and political participation.
Swedish youth seek under-40 political leaders to bridge disconnection and address economic hardships, with calls for new leadership strategies.
Sweden is preparing prison facilities, uniforms, and education programs for juvenile offenders ahead of a July 2026 policy lowering the criminal responsibility age, amidst criticism and concerns about safety and rehabilitation.
Amid growing evidence of mass atrocities in Sudan, experts call on Sweden to halt its multi-billion kronor arms exports to the UAE, which supports armed groups committing severe human rights violations.
A recent report shows that 25% of Swedish politicians face threats or harassment, leading to fears for democracy and changes in political behavior.
Jessica Stegrud is being removed from the Sweden Democrats' party board amid criticism over her recent controversial actions and comments.
Sweden's significant arms exports to the UAE, a supporter of Sudan's RSF militia, have sparked calls for increased pressure and sanctions amid a worsening humanitarian crisis in Sudan.
A new Brå report shows 25% of Swedish politicians faced threats in 2024, leading to behavioral changes and security adaptations.
Survey shows that one in four Swedish politicians faced threats or harassment in 2024, with many considering resignation, raising concerns about democracy.
A surge in threats against women politicians in Sweden has led to resignations and raised concerns about the health of democracy, according to a recent survey.
At a climate summit in Brazil, King Carl XVI Gustaf called for global cooperation to meet the Paris Agreement's 1.5°C warming limit and build climate resilience.
Sweden and Ukraine unveil a joint defense innovation hub in Kyiv, enhancing military collaboration and planning a major Gripen fighter jet acquisition.
Brå's survey underscores that women and Miljöpartiet politicians in Sweden face disproportionate threats, deeply influencing political careers and participation.
A new 2024 survey reveals that 25% of Swedish politicians have faced threats or harassment, with serious impacts on political participation and democracy.
A quarter of Swedish politicians faced threats in 2024 with many considering resignation, highlighting concerns for democracy.
Survey finds over 25% of Swedish politicians experienced threats or violence during the 2024 EU election year, highlighting safety concerns for public officials.
Sweden plans to mandate declarations of cash amounts exceeding 10,000 euros for travelers to combat money laundering and cash smuggling linked to organized crime.
Moderaterna outlines key initiatives to improve Håbo's business environment and youth opportunities ahead of 2026 elections.
The Swedish Parliament voted to allow uranium mining from 2026, ending a ban since 2018 amid environmental opposition and debates over municipal veto powers.
The Tidöpartierna coalition urges a fresh investigation into banning foreign ownership of Swedish schools citing security risks and EU legal complexities.
Swedish Parliament narrowly passes a controversial measure to lift the uranium mining ban, igniting political and environmental concerns.
A court ruling and a local survey expose the alarming levels of threats and harassment faced by municipal politicians in Sweden, revealing a growing problem in local political life.
A man has been sentenced for threatening and harassing politicians in Blekinge, reinforcing legal protections for public officials in the region.
Sweden's parliament has lifted the uranium mining ban from 2018 despite environmental protests, aiming to support nuclear power expansion and critical mining operations.
Significant differences in school support funding across Swedish municipalities underscore calls from political leaders like Simona Mohamsson for stronger education and integration policies.
Varberg proposes school camera surveillance while Karlskrona’s Liberalerna resist cutting council seats, demanding better analysis.
The debate in Sweden heats up over patient choice in healthcare as private clinics show higher patient satisfaction, while home care services face operational crises.
Municipal leaders across Sweden push back against the national voluntary repatriation policy, emphasizing integration and criticizing the political climate around immigration in 2025.
Sweden faces criticism for lacking methods to monitor and evaluate its purchase of international emission credits aimed at achieving climate neutrality by 2045.
Elisabeth Thand Ringqvist is set to become the Center Party's new leader, focusing on green liberal policies and opposing Sweden Democrats, amid political challenges and upcoming elections.
Controversy grows over new administrative fees at Swedish cultural schools, sparking concerns about accessibility for low-income families and calls for alternative funding.
Sweden aims to legally regulate police provocation tactics to aid investigations into serious crimes, including child sexual offenses and drug crimes.
Sweden suspends parts of its aid to Serbia in response to democratic backsliding and corruption, conditioning future support on reform progress.
Vänsterpartiet demands a crisis commission to investigate failings that led to 12 deaths in elderly home care, criticizing resource allocation and strict time limits on care.
The increasingly hostile political climate in Sweden has led to significant safety concerns for politicians, including the resignation of Center Party leader Anna Karin Hatt over threats and hate, sparking calls for democratic reform and accountability.
Karlskrona considers shrinking its municipal council from 75 to 61 members to save costs, with varying political views on the scale of reduction.
Sweden's top law enforcement and judicial agencies propose secret detention hearings and international cooperation enhancements to curb gang violence and organized crime.
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