A Swedish IT consultant was sentenced to psychiatric care after being convicted of attempting to spy for Russia and is also suspected of plotting murder, highlighting a serious national security case.
Ashkan Ekman Ekhtiari, a former Social Democrat convicted of murder in Sweden, sought permission to fight in Iran but was denied by Swedish authorities due to risks of reoffending.
Sweden joins a new European coalition to counter Russian ballistic missiles and support Ukraine's defense through advanced missile systems and military cooperation.
Ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara, Sweden advances defense exports with Saab’s Global Eye aircraft and urges greater European defense commitments.
The Swedish Armed Forces conduct a two-day urban military exercise in central Skövde involving personnel in uniforms and civilian clothes carrying plastic weapons.
Sweden prepares to announce the purchase of four new air defense frigates in a multi-billion krona deal to enhance national security.
A Swedish CEO has been arrested on suspicion of gross sanctions violations involving advanced machinery exports to Russia with potential military use.
Police in Malmö detonated a suspected hand grenade found in the city center on May 1, 2026, prompting evacuations, area lockdowns, and a criminal investigation into serious public endangerment.
Sweden’s government now sees significant economic impacts from the Iran conflict, while markets show resilience with strong industrial earnings and economic recovery forecasts.
Sweden faces significant economic challenges in 2026 as the Iran war and Hormuz crisis impact growth, employment, and industry, prompting government response and calls for reforms.
Sweden intensifies its response to Russian sanctions violations and security threats amid rising economic challenges related to fraud and geopolitical tensions.
KI analysis reveals the Iraq war is increasing inflation and lowering household confidence in Sweden, though macroeconomic impacts are expected to remain modest.
A new poll shows most Swedes reject US and Israeli attacks on Iran and strongly oppose Swedish military support.