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EU Cyberattack Traced to China: Czech Investigation Reveals
A cyberattack directed at the Czech Republic's Foreign Ministry was likely carried out by Chinese actors, the results of a Czech investigation show. .
Man in 70s Charged for Handling Sweden's Defense Secrets
A man is suspected of having unauthorized access to confidential information of great importance to Sweden's defense. He is now being prosecuted at Solna court after Säpo has investigated the suspected crime.
Swedish Ice Hockey Ends Visitation Requirement Amid Lower Threat Level
The Security Service has lowered the terror threat level in Sweden from four to three – from high threat to elevated threat. Therefore, the Swedish Ice Hockey Association has chosen to abolish its visitation requirement.
Sweden Delays Decision on Bag Ban Amid Lowered Threat Level
Swedish authorities' measures against the terror threat have increased society's resistance. This is stated by Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer (The Moderate Party) on the occasion of Säpo now lowering the threat level.
Sweden Lowers Terror Threat Level from High to Elevated
The threat level against Sweden is lowered from four to three – from a high threat to an elevated threat, announces the Security Service. In the propaganda, Sweden does not stand out in the same way as before, but is seen as part of the West, says the Head of the Security Service Charlotte von Essen.
Prosecutor Confirms No Link Between UD Employee Case and Medin Release
There is no connection between the assault on a UD employee and the release of journalist Joakim Medin in Turkey, the prosecutor states. These pieces of information are completely caught in the air, but despite this, this narrative is continued, says Mats Ljungqvist to Dagens Nyheter.
Security Service Probes Espionage and Data Breach at Government Offices
The Security Service has two separate ongoing criminal investigations against staff at the Government Offices. One person is suspected of espionage and another of unauthorized handling of confidential information.
Foreign Ministry Employee Suspected of Mishandling Confidential Data
A highly placed Foreign Ministry employee is suspected of gross unauthorized handling of confidential information, according to information obtained by Dagens Nyheter. "It concerns a serious criminal suspicion," writes Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer (The Moderate Party) to TT.
Spy Suspect Released on Bail Taken to Hospital After Arrest
The suspected spy diplomat who was arrested during a raid on Sunday has been released on bail. He has now been taken to hospital.
Spy Suspect Released from Custody and Taken to Hospital
The diplomat suspected of espionage who was apprehended during a raid on Sunday has been released. He has now been taken to hospital.
Spy Arrest May Be Linked to Thyberg's Sudden Resignation
Tobias Thyberg resigned just hours after being appointed as the new national security adviser. According to information to SVT, Säpo investigating a possible link between the resignation and the person who was arrested over the weekend suspected of espionage.
Swedish Diplomat Arrested in Stockholm on Espionage Suspicion
One person has been arrested on suspicion of espionage, according to Säpo. The suspected crime is said to have taken place in Stockholm in May this year.
Legal Nude Photos Pose Potential Security Risks, Expert Warns
The information about Tobias Thyberg's sexual images was never known during the security clearance. To get hold of these vulnerabilities, you have to dig very far, says Johan Åkerlund who works with security clearances.
Expert Warns Thyberg Vulnerable to Foreign Exploitation
Tobias Thyberg is leaving the role of national security adviser after just a few hours. Images of a "sensitive nature" came into focus.
Proposal to Allow Wiretapping of Children Under 15 Without Criminal Suspicion
The police should be able to wiretap children under 15 years old – even without concrete suspicion of a crime, believe the Tidö parties. It is a far-reaching proposal.
Turkey Uses Journalist's Books and Articles as Evidence in Trial
Joakim Medin's own books, reports and posts on social media constitute the evidence that Turkey is using against the Swedish journalist, according to the organization that represents him. .
Organized Crime Infiltrates Swedish Assistance Benefits System
All larger assistance companies have employees linked to organized crime, according to a new investigation. It is a very problematic picture that is being painted, says the Director-General of the Swedish Social Insurance Agency Nils Öberg to TT.
External Investigator to Examine the Land Survey Office
The Government appoints an external investigator who, with the help of the Security Service, will get to the bottom of security breaches at the Land Survey Office. We take these issues seriously, says Minister for Housing Andreas Carlson (Christian Democrats).
Police Push for Expanded Surveillance Powers on Minors in Sweden
Both police and prosecutors want to go further than the government's inquiry when it comes to secret surveillance of children under 15 years old. Sharper tools are needed to prevent children from committing arson and serious extortion, according to the National Police Commissioner.
Leaked US War Plans on Signal Raise Security Concerns in Sweden
Goals, weapon types and attack sequences. In a chat group on the messaging app Signal, American ministers discussed the US's attack plans against the Houthis in Yemen - and included an American journalist by mistake.
Migration Agency Dismisses Employee After Security Alert
The Security Service alerted about a case officer at the Migration Agency who was deemed to have had unsuitable connections and been disloyal to the Swedish state. Now he gets fired, reports Swedish Radio.
Sweden Tightens Citizenship Rules to Enhance Security
The Swedish Migration Agency tightens controls to prevent individuals deemed a security threat from becoming Swedish citizens. Citizenship is a decision that cannot be revoked and it is of the utmost importance that it is correct, says Oskar Ekblad at the Swedish Migration Agency.
Landerholm Trial Delayed to August Amid Evidence Deletion Claims
The Government Offices erased important evidence in the case surrounding the former security adviser Henrik Landerholm, writes Dagens Nyheter. DN also reports that the trial is being postponed.
Prosecutor: Evidence Mounts Against Ex-Security Adviser Landerholm
The cleaning lady who found the previously national security adviser Henrik Landerholm's forgotten secret documents at a conference center has been questioned by Säpo. It strengthens the evidence, according to the prosecutor.
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