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Swedish security service says 4 people arrested on suspicion of preparing 'terrorist offenses'

March 7, 2024

Swedish security service says 4 people arrested on suspicion of preparing 'terrorist offenses'

Sweden's Security Service has arrested four individuals in an investigation probing Islamic extremism, as tensions remain high following Quran burnings.

Swedish PM to visit DC to officially join NATO despite warnings from Russia

March 6, 2024

Swedish PM to visit DC to officially join NATO despite warnings from Russia

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and Foreign Minister Tobias Billstrom will visit Washington, D.C., where they are expected to complete the process of joining NATO.

Hungary's president formally signs bill approving Sweden's NATO membership, ending 18-month delay

March 5, 2024

Hungary's president formally signs bill approving Sweden's NATO membership, ending 18-month delay

After 18 months of delays, Hungary's President Tamás Sulyok signed a bill approving Sweden's NATO bid, clearing the final hurdle for Sweden's membership.

NATO launches historic Nordic response drill in Finland, Norway and Sweden

March 4, 2024

NATO launches historic Nordic response drill in Finland, Norway and Sweden

NATO initiated the Nordic Response 2024 exercise with over 20,000 troops from 13 nations, including Finland, Norway and Sweden. The drill is conducted in Arctic conditions.

3 pedestrians killed by freight train at railway crossing in central Sweden

February 29, 2024

3 pedestrians killed by freight train at railway crossing in central Sweden

Three people were killed on Thursday by a freight train at a railway crossing in central Sweden. The victims crossed the tracks without noticing the approaching train.

Toxic gas detected as Swedish security agency is evacuated, local news reports

February 28, 2024

Toxic gas detected as Swedish security agency is evacuated, local news reports

The daily Svenska Dagbladet newspaper said Wednesday that authorities found traces of phosgene, a toxic gas, after roughly 500 people were evacuated from a Swedish security facility.

Hungary ratifies Sweden's NATO membership bid in landmark vote

February 26, 2024

Hungary ratifies Sweden's NATO membership bid in landmark vote

Hungary's parliament approved Sweden's NATO membership on Monday after months of delay, marking the last necessary step for Sweden's entry into the alliance.

Denmark ends investigation into Nord Stream pipeline attack, citing insufficient basis for criminal charges

February 26, 2024

Denmark ends investigation into Nord Stream pipeline attack, citing insufficient basis for criminal charges

Danish authorities have closed an investigation into the 2022 explosions that damaged the Nord Stream gas pipeline, citing a lack of sufficient grounds to pursue a criminal case.

Suspected gas leak prompts evacuation of 500 people from Sweden's security agency

February 23, 2024

Suspected gas leak prompts evacuation of 500 people from Sweden's security agency

A suspected gas leak at the headquarters of Sweden's security agency prompted the evacuation of around 500 people on Friday. Nearby residents were advised to close their windows.

Hungary stalled Sweden's NATO bid for 18 months, but collaboration could mend rift between them, analyst says

February 22, 2024

Hungary stalled Sweden's NATO bid for 18 months, but collaboration could mend rift between them, analyst says

Hungary delayed a vote on Sweden's admission to NATO for 18 months, causing tension between the two countries. A potential arms acquisition deal could help normalize relations.