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Sölvesborg politicians unite to introduce a code of conduct aimed at curbing escalating political hostility and restoring public trust amid concerns of a worsening political climate in Sweden.
Facing record-low support and internal debate, the Swedish Liberal Party is striving to regroup and maintain parliamentary status ahead of elections.
Liberalerna struggles with record-low support and the risk of missing the parliamentary threshold, threatening their coalition's majority in upcoming elections.
The Swedish Liberals are undergoing a severe crisis marked by leadership resignations, record low support in polls, and an urgent party board meeting to chart a path forward.
Activist group Rojavakommittéerna's threatening actions against Swedish government ministers have sparked political controversy, especially within Vänsterpartiet, after a local politician supported these acts and refuses to resign.
Amid plunging support and internal strife, Liberalerna faces leadership challenges as Martin Melin resigns from policing after 35 years, fueling calls for urgent crisis measures.
Katja Nyberg's exit from the Sweden Democrats reduces the governing coalition's Riksdag majority below the required threshold, while experts say voter trust in SD remains stable despite the scandal.
Moderates and Sweden Democrats demand resignations of two Social Democrats in Sundsvall amid serious economic crime investigations involving municipal companies and financial misconduct.
Opposition parties in Sundsvall demand resignations of Social Democratic politicians amid an ongoing economic crime investigation involving municipal companies.
Sweden Democrats see resignations and party changes due to health and leadership disputes before 2026 elections.
Social Democrats file a new parliamentary complaint against PM Kristersson concerning the Landerholm affair, focusing on alleged assistance in social media posts during an ongoing legal investigation.
Political leaders in Stockholm clash amid public frustration over snow removal failures following heavy snowfall, with nearly 20,000 complaints reported and emergency services hindered.
Sweden faces critical decisions on EU security funding amid global power shifts and internal debate over support for Iranian protesters.
Liberalerna faces an internal crisis as polls show support at 1.8%, prompting leadership challenges and calls for strategic clarity ahead of elections.
Sweden's Liberal Party plummets to a record low 1.8% support, sparking internal panic and threatening parliamentary presence ahead of the 2026 election.
A historic trial in Skåne tests legal boundaries over refugee reception as hostility toward local politicians grows ahead of Sweden's local elections.
SEB warns that US intervention in Iran could cause oil prices to spike over 140%, despite current market calm.
Facing a harsh political climate, nearly half of politicians have resigned in some Bohuslän municipalities ahead of Sweden's 2026 local elections.
Sweden faces a surge in local political resignations amid rising hostility in political discourse and shifts in politicians' career paths ahead of the 2026 elections.
Ahead of Sweden's 2026 elections, concerns rise over a hostile political climate and small parties are focusing on expanding local representation to strengthen democratic participation.
Hostility and threats against local politicians in Sweden are rising, undermining democracy and prompting calls for respectful political dialogue ahead of elections.
Political hostility and challenges to public officials are undermining Swedish local democracy ahead of the 2026 elections, prompting calls for respectful debate and thorough investigations.
Jimmie Åkesson's leadership combines strict control and strategic delegation amid significant political shifts and personal challenges, shaping Sweden Democrats' impact on Swedish politics.
Controversies involving SD members spreading conspiracy theories and a parliamentary defection to Christian Democrats highlight internal tensions within Sweden Democrats.
Concerns grow over politicians' public criticism of a court ruling in a rape case, raising debates on judicial independence in Sweden.
The Sweden Democrats face leadership struggles and internal conflicts, with Jimmie Åkesson's personal challenges and controversy among party members impacting the party's stability and reputation.
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.
Sweden Democrats suspend a detained politician amid investigation, while Moderaterna nominates a controversial candidate returning to politics.
Sweden Democrats face turmoil as Barbara Åberg resigns over controversial Ukraine-Russia posts and another top politician is suspended amid rape allegations.
Tidö party leaders met in Strängnäs to discuss election strategies and government formation, yet disagreements persist, particularly regarding Sverigedemokraterna's role.
A 2024 report shows one in four Swedish politicians faced threats and harassment, influencing their political actions and raising concerns ahead of the 2026 election year.
Conflicts escalate between politicians and school leaders over youth organization visits in Kungsbacka, alongside child neglect allegations involving a Social Democratic politician in Ljungby.
Swedish MPs and leaders condemn far-right extremism following a Nazi memorabilia scandal and the Salemmarschen march.
A politician in Ovanåker municipality faces accusations of leaking documents related to controversial preschool closures, escalating political tensions.
Controversies in Swedish municipal councils surface with an internal leak over preschool closures in Ovanåker and opposition to reducing politicians in Karlskrona.
AiP Media’s editor-in-chief resigns amid political satire controversies and unauthorized user data sharing with social platforms, sparking investigations and advertising bans.
Swedish politicians face career risks as they grapple with complex welfare budget cuts amid rising public spending concerns in Stockholm.
New tensions surface in Sweden's Tidö Alliance government talks as Sweden Democrats demand ministerial posts while Liberals oppose any government involving them.
Growing threats against Swedish politicians and internal Liberal Party tensions over cooperation with Sweden Democrats are raising concerns about democracy ahead of 2026 elections.
Swedish Liberals face deep divisions over leader Simona Mohamsson’s proposal to ban school profits, sparking internal debate ahead of the party conference.