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Ben-Gvir's Temple Mount Visit Sparks Regional Condemnation
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Ben-Gvir's Temple Mount Visit Sparks Regional Condemnation

Israel's controversial security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has once again visited the politically sensitive Temple Mount in Jerusalem, which has led to strong condemnations from Jordan, Saudi Arabia and the Palestinian Hamas – as well as within the government itself.
Kristersson: Sweden Intensifies Efforts for Journalist Detained in Turkey
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Kristersson: Sweden Intensifies Efforts for Journalist Detained in Turkey

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has not had contact with Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan about the imprisoned Swedish journalist Joakim Medin. I rule out nothing in this matter, he says to TT
Kristersson: Swedish Efforts Intensify for Journalist's Release in Turkey
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Kristersson: Swedish Efforts Intensify for Journalist's Release in Turkey

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) says that intense work is underway to secure the release of the Swedish journalist Joakim Medin, who has been detained in Turkey. However, he himself has not contacted President Erdogan
EU Criticizes China's Military Drills Near Taiwan
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EU Criticizes China's Military Drills Near Taiwan

China is conducting extensive and provocative military exercises off Taiwan's coast. The EU is urging the parties to "exercise restraint", while the US wants to see "peace"
US Reacts to Le Pen's Election Ban and Fraud Verdict
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US Reacts to Le Pen's Election Ban and Fraud Verdict

The American government reacts to the French far-right politician Marine Le Pen being stopped by the court from running in the presidential election 2027.
US Sanctions Hong Kong Police Chief Over Rights Restrictions
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US Sanctions Hong Kong Police Chief Over Rights Restrictions

Foreign Minister Marco Rubio announces that the USA is imposing sanctions on Hong Kong's police chief and five additional government officials in the China-controlled region.
Sweden Prioritizes Journalist's Release After Arrest in Turkey
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Sweden Prioritizes Journalist's Release After Arrest in Turkey

The Government and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs are working on different levels to bring home the Swedish journalist Joakim Medin, who has been arrested in Turkey, says Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (M). Getting Joakim to come home is the highest priority for the Government
Russia Accuses Ukraine of Power Line Attacks Amid Drone Strikes
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Russia Accuses Ukraine of Power Line Attacks Amid Drone Strikes

Russia continues to send drones against Ukraine. At the same time, Russia accuses Ukraine of violating the so-called energy weapon ceasefire
Swedish Journalist Joakim Medin Arrested in Turkey Without Charge Details
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Swedish Journalist Joakim Medin Arrested in Turkey Without Charge Details

The Swedish journalist Joakim Medin has been arrested in Turkey. He is accused of having insulted Turkey's president and of being a member of a terrorist organization
Swedish Journalist Joakim Medin Detained in Turkey
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Swedish Journalist Joakim Medin Detained in Turkey

The Swedish journalist Joakim Medin has been taken to a Turkish prison after being arrested. This is what Dagens ETC's editor-in-chief Andreas Gustavsson tells TV4
Swedish Foreign Minister Deeply Moved by Southeast Asia Earthquake
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Swedish Foreign Minister Deeply Moved by Southeast Asia Earthquake

Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (M) is "deeply affected" by the earthquake in Southeast Asia. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs urges Swedes in the area to contact their relatives
Sweden Urges Citizens to Avoid Travel to South Sudan Due to Unrest
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Sweden Urges Citizens to Avoid Travel to South Sudan Due to Unrest

Swede Among Survivors After Submarine Sinks in Egypt's Red Sea
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Swede Among Survivors After Submarine Sinks in Egypt's Red Sea

Six Russians have lost their lives after a tourist boat sank in the Red Sea off Egypt's coast, reports BBC. At least one Swede is said to have been on board
Kristersson Calls Turkey's Arrest of Erdogan Rival Very Alarming
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Kristersson Calls Turkey's Arrest of Erdogan Rival Very Alarming

Very alarming. That's what Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) says about the arrest in Turkey of President Erdogan's main challenger, Istanbul's Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu
Ex-RAF Member Daniela Klette Faces Trial After 30 Years on the Run
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Ex-RAF Member Daniela Klette Faces Trial After 30 Years on the Run

For thirty years, she evaded the German police. Now, 66-year-old Daniela Klette, a member of the notorious Baader-Meinhof gang, is facing trial for six armed robberies and at least one attempted murder
China Executes Four Canadians for Drug Offenses, Canada Condemns
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China Executes Four Canadians for Drug Offenses, Canada Condemns

China has executed four Canadian citizens who have been found guilty of drug offenses in the country.
The International Community Reacts Strongly to Israeli Attacks
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The International Community Reacts Strongly to Israeli Attacks

Israel's renewed bombings against Gaza spark strong international reactions. Qatar, one of the leading mediators in the war, warns that the attacks can undermine security in the region
Foreign Ministry confirms: Six Swedes out of Gaza
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Foreign Ministry confirms: Six Swedes out of Gaza

For the first time since May 2024, Swedes have been able to leave Gaza with the help of the Swedish Foreign Ministry.
Canada to Ease Sanctions Against Syria
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Canada to Ease Sanctions Against Syria

Canada is planning to ease its economic sanctions against Syria and appoint a new ambassador to the country, announces the Canadian Foreign Ministry.
Iran and Russia Discuss Nuclear Energy – in China
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Iran and Russia Discuss Nuclear Energy – in China

China will this week host tripartite talks with Iran and Russia about Iran's nuclear energy program, announces Beijing. The talks are being held in light of the international community's fear that Tehran will develop nuclear weapons
"Can mean a step towards a fair peace"
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"Can mean a step towards a fair peace"

The reactions did not wait when the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that Ukraine is ready for direct negotiations with Russia and that a 30-day long ceasefire may be imminent.
Espionage Allegations: Russia Expels Diplomats
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Espionage Allegations: Russia Expels Diplomats

Iran has summoned Sweden's ambassador
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Iran has summoned Sweden's ambassador

Iran's Foreign Ministry has summoned Sweden's ambassador to the country. State-run Iranian media report that this has been done in protest against what is considered inappropriate statements by Education Minister Johan Pehrson (The Liberals)
Sources: Rubio clashed with Musk – Trump watched
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Sources: Rubio clashed with Musk – Trump watched

The division was supposed to have been total and Foreign Minister Marco Rubio was furious with Elon Musk in connection with a meeting this week. While the two parties were scolding each other, President Donald Trump looked on as if it were a tennis match, reports The New York Times
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