Säkerhetspolisen

This is what we know about the new cable break

Another cable in the Baltic Sea has been damaged. This is what we know after the suspected sabotage over the weekend.

Swedish authorities on board seized vessel

A ship has been seized after a fiber optic cable in the Baltic Sea was damaged. The ship is now in Swedish waters. The incident is being investigated as suspected gross sabotage.

Terror suspects in Tyresö case remain in custody

The four men who are charged with terrorist crimes after the Security Police's notable raid in Tyresö last spring will remain in custody when the trial ends.

Man arrested for threats against central government leadership

A man was arrested on Thursday by the Security Police, suspected of crimes against the central government leadership, reports TV4 News.

The Turmoil Surrounding Henrik Landerholm – This is What Happened

Sweden's national security adviser Henrik Landerholm has caused several security incidents.

Kristersson on Landerholm: "This is not good"

The Government Offices' administrative division is to review Aftonbladet's information about the national security adviser Henrik Landerholm's trips to Berlin, where his partner lived.

The Security Service investigates the Landerholm case

Terror Threat and Anxiety - Quran Burners on Trial

Diplomatic crisis, a stormed embassy – and increased terror threat level. The Quran burnings in the summer of 2023 stirred up strong emotions in large parts of the Muslim world. Now, the Quran burners Salwan Momika and Salwan Majen are facing trial.

Russia takes more risks: "It can happen in Sweden"

Russia is taking increasingly greater risks when it comes to influence and sabotage in the West, according to Säpo. The serious security situation can deteriorate further and it can happen quickly, says Säpo chief Charlotte von Essen.

Children act as hitmen for foreign powers

Before 2024, it was very unusual with child torpedoes. Today, they are not only used by gangs – but also by foreign powers, according to National Police Commissioner Petra Lundh. This is moving incredibly fast, she says.

Proposal: Requirements for Honesty for Citizenship

The rules for obtaining Swedish citizenship are to be tightened. A new inquiry proposes stricter requirements for a "law-abiding lifestyle" and that the time one must reside in Sweden is increased by three years. On the other hand, no loyalty declaration will be required.

Stricter Controls for Citizenship

The Swedish Migration Agency is to further tighten control over individuals who have applied for citizenship. The purpose is to prevent those who pose a security risk from becoming Swedish citizens.

22-year-old with IS ties charged with terrorist crimes

A 22-year-old man from Småland is being prosecuted for several terrorist crimes. He was arrested at Arlanda on his way to Somalia, where, according to the indictment, he was to join the Islamic State.

The Security Service does not answer questions about the designated IS leader

Abdulkadir Mumin was pointed out as IS's new international leader. The Security Service does not want to answer questions about him. "Our task is to assess and intervene against a person's intention and ability to commit crimes", writes Säpo in a comment to TT.

Caught with a knife at the Crown Princess's home – prosecuted

A knife-wielding man who was arrested outside Crown Princess Victoria's residence in Hagaparken in Solna has been charged with a serious offense against the knife law.

Man arrested - suspected of terrorist financing

Tsunami Scandals – Secret Ties and Theater

The chaos, the criticism, the commission. The Swedish government's actions during the tsunami disaster were condemned from several quarters. This is a timeline of the political events.

Proposal: Should be allowed to secretly intercept children at home

The police should be allowed to use secret coercive measures against children under 15 years old, proposes the government's investigator. Wiretapping and surveillance should be possible in cases of suspected crimes such as murder, serious weapons offenses and terrorist offenses.

Terror suspect: I'm just an internet warrior

It was cool to watch IS videos and discuss weapon-related things. But no deed was ever planned. So defends the 25-year-old who has been pointed out as the driving force behind the terror case in Tyresö, and describes himself as an "internet warrior". From my side, it has only been empty words, air.

Woman seriously injured in explosion in Tyresö

A woman in her 70s was seriously injured in connection with an explosion in an apartment building in Tyresö, southeast of Stockholm. No one has been arrested.

Report: Several deficiencies within the Security Service

There are several efficiency shortcomings in the Security Service's operations. The government is recommended to monitor the operations more closely.

Want to Check Foreign Connection for Security Jobs

The rules for security clearance need to be clarified, according to the government's investigator. Among other things, connections to foreign countries should be taken into account. But it is unclear whether more people will be denied sensitive services.

Accused Brothers Deny: "Not Under IS Leadership"

First they swore allegiance to IS, then they prepared attacks in Sweden, according to prosecutor Lars Hedvall. Now the trial against four terror-suspected men begins after Säpo's notable raid in Tyresö. Koran burnings and the war in Gaza have motivated them, says Hedvall in court.

Record number of people denied citizenship - "security threat"

The Security Service points out an increasing number of security threats among immigrants who want to become Swedish citizens. Last year alone, it concerned 756 cases. Since they already have a residence permit, they are generally allowed to stay in the country.