Henrik Landerholm Trial Continues Over Mishandling of Secret Documents

The trial of Henrik Landerholm, Sweden's former national security advisor, is ongoing at the Attunda District Court in Sollentuna, where he faces charges related to the mishandling of secret documents left at a conference center. These sensitive documents, which included information from discussions with U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, were mistakenly left behind at the Gällöfsta conference center after a March 2023 meeting and subsequently handled by multiple staff members, raising serious security concerns.

During the proceedings, it was revealed that the documents were stored temporarily in the desk drawer of the conference center's CEO before being returned to Landerholm. The CEO testified that she had placed the documents in an envelope for the reception staff to facilitate their return, although the exact manner of their distribution remains murky. Prosecutor Per Lindqvist emphasized the potential risks, stating that the mishandling could jeopardize national security amidst Sweden’s delicate NATO accession process.

Landerholm, who denies any claims of negligence or disclosure of sensitive information, is currently facing potential penalties, including fines or up to a year in prison if convicted. The trial also includes testimonies from high-ranking officials being conducted behind closed doors due to confidentiality concerns.