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Chinese Soldiers Reportedly Fighting for Russia in Ukraine, Kyiv Claims

Chinese soldiers are fighting for Russia in the ongoing invasion war in Ukraine, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyj. The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry is summoning China's ambassador to the country for talks.
Chinese Soldiers Reportedly Fighting for Russia in Ukraine, Kyiv Claims

Swedish Government Convenes Crisis Meeting on US Tariffs

This afternoon, the government's strategic coordination group has been called to a meeting due to the American tariffs, reports Aftonbladet. .
Swedish Government Convenes Crisis Meeting on US Tariffs

Sweden to Host NATO Foreign Ministers in Helsingborg, May 2026

Sweden will host NATO's informal foreign minister meeting in 2026. The meeting will be held in Helsingborg in May, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Sweden to Host NATO Foreign Ministers in Helsingborg, May 2026

Israel Urges US to Dismantle Iran's Nuclear Facilities in New Talks

Iran and the USA will hold "indirect" talks about Iran's nuclear energy program. The USA's delegation is led by the White House's Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff.
Israel Urges US to Dismantle Iran's Nuclear Facilities in New Talks

Sweden Urged to Act as Journalist Joakim Medin Detained in Turkey

The Ministry for Foreign Affairs has not been particularly swift and often acted too late, when it comes to Swedes being imprisoned in authoritarian regimes, writes Angela Gui in Expressen. The daughter of Gui Minahi, imprisoned in China, now hopes that it will be different for the journalist Joakim Medin, who is locked up in Turkey.
Sweden Urged to Act as Journalist Joakim Medin Detained in Turkey

Calls Grow for International Probe into Gaza Ambulance Shooting

The Palestinian Red Crescent demands an international and independent investigation into the deadly shooting of several ambulances in the Gaza Strip last month. Israel's military announces that the examination of the incident will be deepened.
Calls Grow for International Probe into Gaza Ambulance Shooting

Swedish Journalist Joakim Medin Detained with Istanbul Mayor in Turkey

The Swedish journalist Joakim Medin is imprisoned in the same section of Silivri Prison as Istanbul's mayor Ekrem Imamoglu – whose arrest triggered the mass protests that Medin traveled to Turkey to cover. .
Swedish Journalist Joakim Medin Detained with Istanbul Mayor in Turkey

Somalia Expels Swedish Aid Chief Anna Saleem Högberg

The government in Somalia has decided to expel Anna Saleem Högberg, who is the head of Swedish aid there, writes Global Bar Magazine. The reason is said to be a conflict between the parties.
Somalia Expels Swedish Aid Chief Anna Saleem Högberg

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

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: Sweden Intensifies Efforts for Journalist Detained in Turkey

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.
Kristersson: Swedish Efforts Intensify for Journalist's Release in Turkey

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".
EU Criticizes China's Military Drills Near Taiwan

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 Reacts to Le Pen's Election Ban and Fraud Verdict

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. .
US Sanctions Hong Kong Police Chief Over Rights Restrictions

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.
Sweden Prioritizes Journalist's Release After Arrest in Turkey

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.
Russia Accuses Ukraine of Power Line Attacks Amid Drone Strikes

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 Arrested in Turkey Without Charge Details

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 Journalist Joakim Medin Detained in Turkey

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.
Swedish Foreign Minister Deeply Moved by Southeast Asia Earthquake

Sweden Urges Citizens to Avoid Travel to South Sudan Due to Unrest

The Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs advises against all travel to South Sudan and urges Swedes who are in the country to leave. The decision, which was made on Thursday, is due to the security situation in the country.
Sweden Urges Citizens to Avoid Travel to South Sudan Due to Unrest

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

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.
Kristersson Calls Turkey's Arrest of Erdogan Rival Very Alarming

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.
Ex-RAF Member Daniela Klette Faces Trial After 30 Years on the Run

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. .
China Executes Four Canadians for Drug Offenses, Canada Condemns
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