Pakistan, Britain and UN chief urge US and Iran to return to ceasefire
Mediating country Pakistan, Britain and the UN chief are urging the US and Iran to return to the agreement on a ceasefire.
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The war in Ukraine, the Middle East and the world's other conflicts.
Trump peace council plans humanitarian zone for tens of thousands in Gaza
Donald Trump's so-called peace council is preparing to build a "humanitarian zone" in southern Gaza, the AFP news agency reports.
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UK to lead European coalition developing next-generation long-range missiles
The UK will lead a European coalition to develop the next generation of long-range missiles, the British government has announced.
Conflicts
Expert: Trump’s ceasefire threat with Iran does not necessarily mean war
US President Donald Trump says the ceasefire with Iran is over, from his perspective. But that does not necessarily mean a major war will break out, according to Fredrik Meiton at the Swedish Institute of International Affairs (UI).
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Trump says Iran ceasefire is likely over, but negotiations may continue
The ceasefire with Iran is likely over, the US president says after the heaviest clashes in months. However, he is not ruling out continued negotiations.
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Trump says Ukraine may be allowed to make Patriot missiles under license
US President Donald Trump promises his counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy that Ukraine will be allowed to build Patriot missiles under license. The promise comes after several nights when Kyiv was left defenseless against Russia's ballistic missiles.
Conflicts
Monaco bomb suspect found dead in Ukraine, SBU says
The woman suspected of last week's bomb attack in Monaco has been found dead in Ukraine, the SBU security service announced. A Ukrainian oligarch was seriously injured in the Monaco attack.
Conflicts
Sources: US may grant Ukraine license to make Patriot missiles, says report
The US is ready to grant Ukraine a license to manufacture Patriot air defense missiles, NATO sources told the Finnish newspaper Iltalehti.
Conflicts
US raises alarm over China’s rapid nuclear buildup after missile test
The United States says China’s “rapid” build-up of nuclear weapons is a cause for “great concern.” The statement comes after China fired an intercontinental ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine.
Conflicts
Russia says more than 430 Ukrainian drones targeted Moscow region overnight
One person has been killed in Ukrainian strikes targeting areas near the Russian city of Belgorod, according to Russian authorities. In total, more than 430 Ukrainian drones were also reportedly targeted in the Moscow region overnight.
Conflicts
Zelenskyy says Russia-Ukraine war will be decided in the air
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia's offensive war against the country will be decided in the air. The stalemate on land and at sea is not decisive.
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Rutte: NATO allies must give Ukraine what it needs
When the NATO defense alliance holds a summit in Turkey, it will be about keeping US President Donald Trump in a good mood. But NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte also wants the meeting to pledge strong, long-term support for Ukraine.
Conflicts
Ukraine says it attacked Russia's largest oil refinery in Siberia
Ukraine has attacked a large oil refinery in Omsk in western Siberia, the country's General Staff says.
Conflicts
Hamas dissolves Gaza government body as technocratic committee prepares to take over
Hamas is dissolving the body that has governed the Gaza Strip for almost two decades, the movement confirms. The question is whether this is the beginning of the end for Hamas - or a “cunning maneuver” to maintain power, says Middle East expert Anders Persson.
Conflicts
China's rare submarine missile test draws condemnation in the Pacific
China has carried out a highly unusual display of military power in the Pacific Ocean, launching an intercontinental ballistic missile in international waters for only the second time since the 1980s.
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Zelenskyy calls for stronger air defenses after deadly Russian missile attacks
At least 22 people were killed in the latest Russian attacks on the Kyiv region, according to Ukrainian authorities. The attack, just before this week's NATO summit, has President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calling for "strong" decisions to increase support for Ukraine's air defenses.
Conflicts
Yemen: 16 government soldiers killed in Houthi attack in al-Hudaydah
16 Yemeni government soldiers have been killed and more than 20 wounded in an attack by the Iran-backed Houthi movement, according to medical sources.
Conflicts
Kremlin says Putin spoke with Trump by phone about Ukraine ahead of NATO summit
Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke by phone with US President Donald Trump on Saturday, the Kremlin said. They reportedly discussed the situation in Ukraine ahead of an upcoming NATO summit in Ankara.
Conflicts
Zelenskyy Says Ukrainian Strike Hit Oil Terminal in St. Petersburg
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed on X that the country had attacked oil infrastructure in St. Petersburg with long-range weapons. The attacks, which took place on Friday evening, were also reported by Russian media channels on Telegram, according to The Kyiv Independent.
Conflicts
NATO Allies to Pledge Billions in New Annual Aid for Ukraine at Ankara Summit
Ukraine's NATO allies will pledge billions in new annual financial support to Ukraine at the defense alliance's summit in Ankara next week, according to sources.
Conflicts
Ukraine Front Line Barely Moves as Russia’s Advance Slows
On the Ukraine front, nothing new. In recent weeks, very deadly fighting has shifted the positions only marginally, AFP's review shows.
Conflicts
Iran Revolutionary Guard commander Ahmad Vahidi makes first public appearance since war began
The head of Iran's Revolutionary Guard makes his first public appearance since the outbreak of war. He appears in connection with the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Conflicts
Trump calls for end to killing after Russian strikes on Ukraine
Russia's extensive attacks on Ukraine are prompting strong reactions.
Conflicts
UN aid convoy hit in drone attack in Sudan, destroying 50 tonnes of relief supplies
A UN convoy carrying emergency aid was hit in a drone attack on Thursday, the UN refugee agency UNHCR announced.
Conflicts
German prosecutors say Ukraine ordered Nord Stream sabotage, suspect charged
The Nord Stream gas pipeline sabotage was ordered by Ukrainian authorities in the fall of 2022, according to the German prosecutor's office.
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Ukraine Intensifies Attacks on Crimea, Squeezing Russian Supply Lines
There will be no carefree beach life in Crimea this summer. Ukraine has stepped up attacks on the peninsula annexed by Russia to cut it off from the Russian mainland. A state of emergency is in force as Vladimir Putin's war trophy is threatened.
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Zelenskyy warns Russia is preparing a massive attack on Ukraine as explosion hits Kyiv
A fire has broken out in central Kyiv after an explosion during an air raid, AFP reports, while President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warns of widespread Russian attacks.
Conflicts
Ukraine launches state-backed arms export plan to boost defence investment
Ukraine is launching a state framework for arms exports in hopes of bringing in more money in the fifth year of Russia's war of aggression.
Conflicts
German prosecutors to charge Ukrainian man over Nord Stream sabotage
German prosecutors are filing formal charges against a 50-year-old Ukrainian man, who has been detained on suspicion of involvement in the sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipelines.
Conflicts
US to deploy troops in Lebanon and Israel to monitor ceasefire compliance
American military personnel will monitor Lebanese and Israeli forces during the ceasefire, according to sources familiar with the matter.
Conflicts
Israeli airstrike kills mother and one-year-old child in Gaza refugee camp
A 23-year-old mother and her one-year-old child have been killed in an Israeli airstrike in southern Gaza, the EFE news agency reports.
Conflicts
Six-month-old baby killed as drone attack on Moscow region house is hit
Around 60 Ukrainian drones heading toward Moscow were shot down overnight, local authorities said.
Conflicts
Ukrainian oligarch and family injured in bomb attack in Monaco
Three people have been injured in a powerful explosion in a residential building in Monaco, the first of its kind in the principality, according to French media. The victims include a Ukrainian oligarch and his family.
Conflicts
Israeli airstrike hits southeastern Lebanon, state media reports
Israel has carried out an airstrike in southeastern Lebanon, reports Lebanon's state news agency NNA.
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Explosion Damages Apartment Building Entrance in Malmö’s Rosengård District, No Injuries Reported
Something has exploded outside the entrance to an apartment building in Rosengård, Malmö, police say.
Crime
Woman in her 60s found dead in Ludvika home, man arrested on suspicion of murder
Police are investigating a suspected murder in Ludvika municipality. A woman is dead, and a man has been arrested.
Crime
10-Year-Old Boy Seriously Injured in Motocross Accident Near Kalmar, Admitted to Intensive Care
A ten-year-old boy has been injured in an accident at a motocross track outside Kalmar. He has been admitted to the intensive care unit, Barometern reports.
Sweden
Ida Gabrielsson: Left Party Will Not Back Down on Demand to Join Government
The Left Party will not back down from its demand to join a red-green government, the party’s vice chairwoman, Ida Gabrielsson, says on X.
Swedish politics
Amazon Rainforest Now Emits More Carbon Dioxide Than It Absorbs, Study Finds
After decades of deforestation, drought and fires, the Amazon rainforest is now emitting more carbon dioxide than it absorbs, a new study shows.
Sweden
Crustacean Scent Could Warn of Toxic Algal Blooms Up to Seven Weeks in Advance
The scent of grazing crustaceans can be used in a warning system for toxic algal blooms. The method could provide up to seven weeks’ advance warning of outbreaks.
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Defeated Democrat Haley Stevens endorses Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate race
Democrat Haley Stevens lost the Democratic primary for the Michigan Senate seat to Abdul El-Sayed. She is now endorsing the state’s Republican candidate, Mike Rogers.
World politics
Exit polls show Ilijana Jotova set to win Bulgaria’s presidential election
President Ilijana Jotova looks set to win Bulgaria’s election. According to two exit polls, she is expected to receive between 51 and 53 percent of the vote.
Conflicts
Israeli President Urges Party Leaders to Accept Election Results and Avoid Snap Vote
The rival political sides in Israel must accept the election results and do what they can to avoid a snap election, President Isaac Herzog says.
World politics
Fighting Forces More Than 300,000 People to Flee Their Homes in Yemen, UN Says
The flare-up in fighting between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-backed Houthi movement has forced more than 300,000 people to flee their homes in Yemen, according to the UN.
Conflicts
325 Arrested at London Protest in Support of Banned Palestine Action Group
British police have arrested 325 people in connection with a demonstration on Saturday in support of the pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action.
Conflicts
French prosecutors open attempted murder investigation after Molotov cocktail attack on gendarmes in Paris
French prosecutors have decided to open an attempted murder investigation after a Molotov cocktail was thrown at gendarmes during clashes at a large demonstration in Paris.
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AI Stocks Slide as Investors Question Big Tech’s Trillion-Dollar Spending
The stock market has turned downwards after several AI-linked companies failed to meet expectations. Tech giants have invested trillions in a short time, and investors now want to know whether it is worth it. “The big cloud of concern is the enormous investments American companies are currently making in data centers and AI,” says Maria Landeborn, a savings economist at Danske Bank.
Technology
Handelsbanken forecast points to cheaper holidays abroad in 2027
Handelsbanken's currency forecast suggests the euro and US dollar could weaken against the Swedish krona by summer 2027, potentially making holidays abroad somewhat cheaper for people spending kronor. The forecast is conditional, not a promise.
Business
Swedish Bankruptcies Fall 15% in October to Lowest Level in Five Years
The number of bankruptcies fell by 15 percent in October compared with the same month last year, according to statistics from credit reporting company Syna.
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How Trump Could Respond if Republicans Lose Control of Congress, Analysts Warn of Tariff Threats
The decision will be made on Tuesday. Donald Trump could then lose the midterm elections. A setback for the Republican president could lead to new threats of tariffs, analysts say. But it’s not certain that a Democratic victory in Congress would calm things down, says SEB chief economist Jens Magnusson.
Business
EU weighs new taxes to fund 2028-2034 budget as Sweden resists
The European Commission, the Council president, the European Parliament and scores of member states are pushing for new EU revenue to secure agreement on a new long-term budget. Sweden is firmly resisting - but for how long?
Business
FBI Blames North Korean Hackers for $6.3 Billion Binance Heist as Withdrawals Resume
Binance announces that withdrawals from the crypto exchange will gradually resume on Sunday. At the same time, the FBI says North Korean hackers are behind the multi-billion-dollar heist targeting the crypto platform.
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Andreas Almgren’s New York Marathon win could open the door to millions in sponsorships and appearance fees
Victory in the New York Marathon brings nearly one million kronor in prize money. But the big money is likely still to come for Andreas Almgren after his success. “All doors will open,” says his manager, Daniel Wessfeldt.
Sports
Andoni Iraola says Alexander Isak should go to ground to win penalties after Arsenal beat Liverpool
Reigning champions Arsenal beat Liverpool 1-0 away in the Premier League. Afterwards, Liverpool coach Andoni Iraola said that striker Alexander Isak needs to start going to ground.
Football
Andreas Almgren hailed after New York Marathon win: ‘It’s actually impossible’
Andreas Almgren has won the New York Marathon on his marathon debut. “It’s actually impossible,” running icon Anders Gärderud tells Radiosporten.
Sports
15 arrested after unrest in stands leaves police and spectators injured in Gothenburg derby
Both police officers and spectators were injured when unrest broke out in the stands during the Allsvenskan derby between Häcken and IFK Göteborg. A total of 15 people have been arrested.
Football
Växjö Fire Head Coach Björn Hellkvist After Poor Start to SHL Season
Växjö are 12th in the SHL standings after 14 games. The Småland club is now taking action: coach Björn Hellkvist has been fired.
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Andreas Almgren wins New York City Marathon on his debut, qualifies for 2028 Olympics
Andreas Almgren wins the New York City Marathon. The Swede crushed the opposition to win the major race on his marathon debut in a time of 2:06:01. The victory also qualifies him for the marathon at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
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David Druid to Take Break From Swedish Radio’s Morgonpasset i P3 After Videos Surface
Radio personality David Druid is taking a break from hosting “Morgonpasset i P3” after video clips of him were shared on social media.
Entertainment
Heat director Michael Mann taken to hospital after accidentally shooting himself in the leg at Los Angeles shooting range
American film director Michael Mann has accidentally shot himself in the leg, according to TMZ.
TV & film
Linda Johansson’s Smoke wins the Children’s Radio Book Prize
The year's best book for nine- to twelve-year-olds has been chosen. “Smoke” by Linda Johansson has won the Children's Radio Book Prize.
Entertainment
Heidi Klum Wows at Her Halloween Party as a Giant Severed Hand
Heidi Klum is known for her spectacular Halloween costumes, and this year was no exception. The supermodel was unrecognizable at her annual party, where she appeared as a giant severed hand.
Entertainment
Married at First Sight XL asks Max Turpeinen and Belinda Hillman to leave mid-season
There has been quite a storm surrounding “Married at First Sight XL”. This week, two of the show’s experts announced that they would not return for the next season. Now the couple Max Turpeinen and Belinda Hillman are being asked to leave the SVT production mid-season.
TV & film
Two contestants eliminated as Idol begins Saturday finals
After two weeks of duels, “Idol” has now started its “real” Saturday finals.
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Sweden's All Saints' Day falls on Halloween in 2026
Sweden's All Saints' Day (Alla helgons dag) is a public holiday and falls on Saturday, October 31, the same day as Halloween. The Church of Sweden observes All Souls' Day (Alla själars dag) the following day, Sunday, November 1.
Living in Sweden
Skogskyrkogården’s 2026 programme and opening details
In Sweden, All Saints' Day is a time to remember those who are no longer with us and place a candle at their graves.
Living in Sweden
Sweden Now Has the World’s Most Powerful Passport, New Ranking Shows.
Sweden has been named the country with the world's strongest passport in the Global Passport Report 2026
Sweden
Strawberries will be extra expensive for Midsummer celebrations
There are a few things that Swedes don't really want to compromise on when it comes to their Midsummer table. Pickled herring, new potatoes, sour cream, chives, and of course strawberries.
Sweden
Swedish pick and mix candy Conquers the USA
Swedish Pick and mix candy has gone from being an integral part of Saturday treats to becoming an international sensation. On TikTok, feeds are filled with colorful bags, foam skulls, sour bottles, and Americans discovering that candy doesn't have to taste like it was designed in a laboratory with neon lights.
Living in Sweden
Sweden's World Cup Team: Expected Starting Lineup, Squad, and Clubs
Sweden is entering the 2026 World Cup with a strong offense that will likely keep many defenders up at night. Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres are the big stars in the squad, Victor Nilsson Lindelöf is the team captain with extensive experience, and Graham Potter has assembled a team with maximum Premier League weight.
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