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Sweden Votes Sunday Amid Persistent Gang Violence Despite Crackdown
El País·SE·about 13 hours ago
Sweden holds a general election on Sunday with a closely contested race between right and left blocs. Immigration, security, and welfare state sustainability are the central issues, reflecting a broader European trend. The outcome will determine the composition of the next government and its policy direction on these contentious matters.
Sweden's general election on Sunday is characterized by a tight race between right and left blocs, with the far-right Sweden Democrats (SD) potentially entering government for the first time. Key issues dominating the election are immigration, security (specifically gang violence), and the economy. The final coalition outcome and the SD's formal role remain uncertain.