Vänsterpartiet politicians have expressed support for controversial protests by activists against Swedish ministers, sparking debate and condemnation within the party and beyond.
King Carl XVI Gustaf’s 2025 Christmas speech called for hope and global cooperation, while reflecting on the Örebro mass shooting and pressing world crises.
Russian politicians ridicule the EU and Ursula von der Leyen following the EU's failure to agree on releasing frozen Russian assets to Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict.
A Sweden Democrats politician in Skåne has been spreading pro-Russian content and conspiracy theories online, prompting party distancing amid the Ukraine conflict.
The Salemmarschen far-right march returned to Salem after 15 years, prompting a major police operation, clashes with counter-demonstrators, and political condemnation in Sweden.
A far-right demonstration by Aktivklubb and associated Nazi groups took place peacefully in central Stockholm on November 29, 2025, marked by nationalist slogans, banners, and police monitoring.
Zara Larsson’s refusal to perform at Eurovision 2024 due to Israel's participation has resulted in lost gigs and public backlash, impacting her career despite recent successes.
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.
Swedish political leaders react to violent shootings in Gävle and Stockholm, emphasizing continued measures against gang violence and public safety concerns.
Sweden's Foreign Ministry calls on Israel for clarification on flotilla detainee mistreatment, while police investigate an assault on a young Swedish activist in Stockholm.
Swedish party leaders debated key issues including economy, Gaza conflict, integration, climate, and a controversial niqab and burqa ban proposal on SVT's Agenda, amidst protests and political tension.
Saab and Swedish defense software firm 4C Strategies are experiencing significant growth fueled by increased demand after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Following the Gaza conflict, Jewish leaders in Sweden express hope that a lasting peace will reduce the recent surge in antisemitism across the country.
Greta Thunberg returns to Sweden after deportation from Israel and leads a compelling speech at Sergels torg criticizing government inaction on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Sweden has sought consular access for activists, including Greta Thunberg, detained in Israel after the Global Sumud Flotilla was boarded, urging citizens to heed travel warnings.
Sweden's secret deployment of troops to Somalia as part of anti-terror efforts coincides with political turmoil over alleged misuse of aid funds, causing bipartisan outrage.
Sweden's military readiness to respond to Russian airspace violations has been highlighted by the Chief of Defence amid escalating regional provocations.