Category: Politics and Economy

Rare Earths from Kiruna: Europe’s Largest Deposit and Where the Project Stands

In 2023, mining company LKAB announced Europe's largest known rare earth deposit near Kiruna. What has happened since, why the project matters to the…

Violence and Safety in Sweden: Figures, Causes and Countermeasures

Shootings and bombings in criminal circles troubled Sweden for years. The number of shootings has since fallen sharply. An overview with the latest police…

Icy roads in Sweden: Five traffic deaths in one day – police warn of black ice
After five fatal crashes in a single day, Swedish police are warning of extremely slippery roads. What drivers need to know now about black ice and winter tyres.
Ski World Championships in Falun: Russian skiers likely to compete – organisers step up security
After the International Ski and Snowboard Federation FIS relaxed its rules, Russian athletes are expected to compete at the Nordic World Ski Championships in Falun in February 2027. The organisers have adapted their security planning – at a higher cost.
Government formation in Sweden: Centre Party leader Thand Ringqvist to explore centrist government
Riksdag Speaker Andreas Norlén has tasked Centre Party leader Elisabeth Thand Ringqvist with the next round of exploratory talks. By 26 October she is to assess whether a government of the political centre is possible.
Strömsund Bridge: Stranded heavy truck removed from E45 after 16 days – bridge remains closed
After almost 16 days, the 100-tonne truck has been driven off the damaged Strömsund Bridge in Jämtland. The bridge on the E45 remains closed for now, and no date has been set for it to reopen.
Wolf hunt in Sweden: Authorities approve culling of 72 wolves next winter
Swedish county administrative boards will allow a licensed hunt of up to 72 wolves in winter 2027 – around one in five wolves in the country. Hunters welcome the decision, while conservationists vow to fight it.
Riksdag rejects Magdalena Andersson as prime minister – Sweden’s government formation enters next round
By 248 votes to 99, the Swedish Riksdag has rejected Social Democrat Magdalena Andersson as head of government. Speaker Andreas Norlén must now decide who should be next to try to form a government.
Electricity and fuel drive inflation in Sweden: Price growth rises to 1.5 per cent in September
Rising electricity and fuel prices more than doubled inflation in Sweden to 1.5 per cent (CPIF) in September. The Riksbank has already signalled an interest rate rise for November.
Government formation in Sweden: Riksdag to vote on Magdalena Andersson on Thursday
Magdalena Andersson has declared her exploratory talks a failure, but Riksdag Speaker Andreas Norlén is nevertheless putting her forward for election as prime minister on 15 October. A defeat is considered likely.
Diesel deal with Putin: Swedish Prime Minister Kristersson criticises Trump
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson regrets the diesel agreement between Trump and Putin. At the same time, the EU adopted its largest-ever package of sanctions listings against Russia's arms industry.
Alleged abuse during initiation ritual: Two students at elite Sigtuna school remanded in custody
Following alleged abuse during an initiation ritual at the SSHL boarding school in Sigtuna, a court has remanded two 18-year-old students in custody. The prosecutor speaks of a hierarchy among the students.