SwedenLivingWorldBusinessSportsEntertainment

Utrikesdepartementet

Smotrich Criticized for Camel Riding Remark Amid Saudi-Israel Tensions
World News

Smotrich Criticized for Camel Riding Remark Amid Saudi-Israel Tensions

If Saudi Arabia demands a Palestinian state, no normalization process is needed, claimed Israel's Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich. No thanks
Suspect in Malmö Double Murder Reportedly Killed in Lebanon
Sweden News

Suspect in Malmö Double Murder Reportedly Killed in Lebanon

Two Britons were found dead in a burnt-out car in Malmö in the summer of 2024. Now the police are investigating whether a 26-year-old man from Malmö, who is suspected of the double murder, has been shot to death in Lebanon
India's Ambiguous Stance on Russian Oil Purchases
Business News

India's Ambiguous Stance on Russian Oil Purchases

If the interests of the citizens are prioritized. That is the vague comment after the US President Donald Trump's claim that the country has promised to stop buying Russian oil
Madagascar Coup Leader Randrianirina Becomes Temporary President
World News

Madagascar Coup Leader Randrianirina Becomes Temporary President

The leader of the military coup in Madagascar, Colonel Michael Randrianirina, becomes the country's temporary president. The move comes a day after the former president fled following threats of impeachment
Greta Thunberg Alleges Abuse in Israeli Prison During Gaza Flotilla
Sweden NewsTop News

Greta Thunberg Alleges Abuse in Israeli Prison During Gaza Flotilla

Greta Thunberg was repeatedly kicked, called a whore and denied water when she was in Israeli prison, she tells Aftonbladet. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson says to TT that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' staff has met the arrested activists and that it is "what normally is included in the consular access"
Venezuela Closes Embassy in Oslo After Nobel Peace Prize Announcement
World News

Venezuela Closes Embassy in Oslo After Nobel Peace Prize Announcement

Venezuela has closed its embassy in Oslo, writes the newspaper VG. The message comes after the Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to the Venezuelan opposition politician María Corina Machado
Venezuela Calls for UN Crisis Meeting Over US Actions in Caribbean
World News

Venezuela Calls for UN Crisis Meeting Over US Actions in Caribbean

Venezuela has requested a crisis meeting in the UN Security Council after the recent weeks' American attacks on alleged narcotics transports.
Kristersson Responds to Torture Allegations by Swedish Activists
Sweden News

Kristersson Responds to Torture Allegations by Swedish Activists

Greta Thunberg and other Palestine activists claim they have been subjected to torture in Israeli prison. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (The Moderate Party) says that the government and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will look closer at "what images there are of what happened"
Russia Says Summit Momentum for Ukraine Peace Deal Has Waned
World News

Russia Says Summit Momentum for Ukraine Peace Deal Has Waned

Israeli Forces Board Gaza Convoy in International Waters
World News

Israeli Forces Board Gaza Convoy in International Waters

Vessels from the Gaza convoy Freedom Flotilla Coalitions (FFC) have been boarded by Israeli military on international waters during the night towards Wednesday, the organization states in a press release.
Convoy Activists Report Abuse in Israeli Prison After Gaza Flotilla Arrest
World News

Convoy Activists Report Abuse in Israeli Prison After Gaza Flotilla Arrest

Several released convoy activists testify to abuses and violations in Israeli prison, and to specifically degrading treatment of Greta Thunberg. The Israeli Foreign Ministry denies – but Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir states "proudly" that the activists are being treated as terrorists
Swedes Detained in Israel May Be Flown Out Tomorrow, Says Foreign Minister
World NewsTop News

Swedes Detained in Israel May Be Flown Out Tomorrow, Says Foreign Minister

The nine Swedish activists who are being detained in Israel may be allowed to leave the country on Monday, according to Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (The Moderate Party). Anna Fransson, spokesperson for Global Movement to Gaza Sweden, tells TT that the Swedes will be deported to Greece
Swedish Ministry Urges Israel to Provide Clean Water to Activists
World News

Swedish Ministry Urges Israel to Provide Clean Water to Activists

Further 137 activists from the Gaza convoy Global Sumud Flotilla have been deported, Israel announces. Detained Greta Thunberg has in contact with the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs complained about dehydration and hunger, reports The Guardian
Netanyahu Approved Drone Attack on Gaza Convoy with Greta Thunberg
World News

Netanyahu Approved Drone Attack on Gaza Convoy with Greta Thunberg

Benjamin Netanyahu approved the drone attacks on the Gaza convoy that Greta Thunberg was on, according to sources for American CBS.
Foreign Ministry Advises Against Non-Essential Travel to Madagascar
Sweden News

Foreign Ministry Advises Against Non-Essential Travel to Madagascar

Swedish Activists, Including Greta Thunberg, Imprisoned and on Hunger Strike
World NewsTop News

Swedish Activists, Including Greta Thunberg, Imprisoned and on Hunger Strike

The last boat belonging to the Gaza convoy Global Sumud Flotilla has been boarded, reports Israeli media. Ten Swedish activists, including Greta Thunberg, from the convoy have according to Global Movement to Gaza been taken to a prison in the desert
Over 400 Gaza Convoy Activists, Including Greta Thunberg, Taken to Israel
World NewsTop News

Over 400 Gaza Convoy Activists, Including Greta Thunberg, Taken to Israel

A last boat belonging to the Gaza convoy Global Sumud Flotilla that has not yet been stopped is expected to be boarded if it continues towards Gaza. Israel states that they have totally taken over 400 people from the other boats to the port city Ashdod
15 Swedes Including Greta Thunberg on Gaza Flotilla, Ministry Warns
Sweden News

15 Swedes Including Greta Thunberg on Gaza Flotilla, Ministry Warns

A fifteen-strong group of Swedes are on board the ships in the Global Sumud Flotilla's Gaza convoy, the Foreign Ministry reports on its website.
Rubio Urges Lavrov to End Ukraine Conflict at UN Meeting
World News

Rubio Urges Lavrov to End Ukraine Conflict at UN Meeting

The US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urges at a meeting in New York his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov to stop the killing in Ukraine. Lavrov talks about "common interests" of peaceful solutions – but criticizes European countries
Swedish Journalist Faces Terror Charges in Turkey Trial
Sweden NewsTop News

Swedish Journalist Faces Terror Charges in Turkey Trial

Joakim Medin's fate is in the hands of a Turkish court. On Thursday, the trial for terrorist offenses against the Swedish journalist begins
Greta Thunberg's Gaza Convoy Reportedly Under Drone Attack
World News

Greta Thunberg's Gaza Convoy Reportedly Under Drone Attack

The convoy, which, with Greta Thunberg and other activists on board, is sailing to Gaza with supplies, is reported to be under fire from drones again.
Israel Vows to Enforce Gaza Blockade Against Incoming Ship Convoy
World News

Israel Vows to Enforce Gaza Blockade Against Incoming Ship Convoy

The ship convoy sailing towards Gaza with supplies will not be allowed to dock at the Gaza Strip and thus break Israel's blockade of the Palestinian territory.
Iran Ends Cooperation with IAEA After UN Sanctions Vote
World News

Iran Ends Cooperation with IAEA After UN Sanctions Vote

Iran will terminate its cooperation with the UN's atomic energy agency IAEA after the UN Security Council voted to reinstate sanctions against the country, the country's highest security body announced on Saturday.
Portugal to Recognize Independent Palestinian State Sunday
World News

Portugal to Recognize Independent Palestinian State Sunday

Show Consent Options

Categories

Information

Sweden Herald

  • Stay informed with the latest news and updates from Sweden in English. From daily news and events happening now, to recaps of what happened in Sweden last night, our coverage keeps you updated. Swedish news today.
  • © Sweden Herald