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Quick moves for new Hungary seen as promising

Quick moves for new Hungary seen as promising

Fri 5 Jun 2026 17:43 CEST

A new Hungary must win back the trust of the EU and Sweden - but it needs to happen quickly. In that situation, the country remains in a quandary over billions of dollars that Sweden stands to receive

Alexander Stubb or Angela Merkel, who can talk to Putin?

Alexander Stubb or Angela Merkel, who can talk to Putin?

Thu 28 May 2026 09:20 CEST

Alexander Stubb or Mario Draghi? Or even Angela Merkel? Pressure is mounting on EU talks with Russia about the war in Ukraine. But who will speak, and about what?

Malmer Stenergard after the US meeting: Still difficult to navigate

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Malmer Stenergard after the US meeting: Still difficult to navigate

Fri 22 May 2026 15:13 CEST

The goal of the meeting between the U. S

Sweden signs letter of intent for technology cooperation with the US

Sweden signs letter of intent for technology cooperation with the US

Fri 22 May 2026 14:10 CEST

Sweden and the United States have signed a letter of intent for increased technology cooperation, including space technology, future mobile networks and AI. Sweden is the first EU country to do so

Sweden concerned others will reduce support for Ukraine after EU €90 billion loan

Sweden concerned others will reduce support for Ukraine after EU €90 billion loan

Thu 21 May 2026 20:11 CEST

Sweden is worried that others will reduce their own support for Ukraine now that the EU's €90 billion loan to Kyiv is complete.

Kristersson on Rubio meeting: We will be clear

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Kristersson on Rubio meeting: We will be clear

Thu 21 May 2026 19:52 CEST

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) emphasizes the importance of a "very orderly process" as Europe is expected to take on greater military responsibility within NATO. It is something he wants to raise with US Senator Marco Rubio in Helsingborg

Malmer Stenergard welcomes Marco Rubio's arrival

Malmer Stenergard welcomes Marco Rubio's arrival

Wed 20 May 2026 15:48 CEST

Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (M) is positive about U. S

Now it's clear: Rubio to attend Swedish NATO meeting

Now it's clear: Rubio to attend Swedish NATO meeting

Tue 19 May 2026 19:32 CEST

US Senator Marco Rubio will attend the NATO foreign ministers' meeting in Helsingborg on Friday, the US State Department confirms.

First major NATO foreign ministers meeting in Sweden costs 85 million kronor

First major NATO foreign ministers meeting in Sweden costs 85 million kronor

Mon 18 May 2026 12:54 CEST

For the first time, a NATO meeting of foreign ministers is being held in Sweden. The meeting costs 85 million kronor and could cause traffic disruption

Russian tourists in the EU a shame, says Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard

Russian tourists in the EU a shame, says Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard

Mon 11 May 2026 10:13 CEST

Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (M) is deeply critical of EU countries that are admitting a growing number of Russian tourists - despite the ongoing war in Ukraine.

EU expands sanctions against extremist Israeli settlers and Hamas

EU expands sanctions against extremist Israeli settlers and Hamas

Mon 11 May 2026 08:43 CEST

EU countries are expanding their sanctions against extremist Israeli settlers and Hamas. "Very good," says Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (M)

The government does not demand that Israel release Swedish activist

The government does not demand that Israel release Swedish activist

Fri 8 May 2026 13:28 CEST

Both the UN and Spain have demanded that the arrested activist Saif Abukeshek, who holds Swedish and Spanish citizenship, be released. Sweden has not

Sweden set to get new civilian foreign intelligence service similar to MI6

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Sweden set to get new civilian foreign intelligence service similar to MI6

Tue 5 May 2026 09:52 CEST

Sweden is set to get a new civilian foreign intelligence service, which will complement the military intelligence service. Officials hope it will provide a clearer picture of the threats to Sweden

Ukraine hopes for loan but may not get it until mid-May

Ukraine hopes for loan but may not get it until mid-May

Tue 21 Apr 2026 10:58 CEST

Ukraine and the majority in the EU are keeping their fingers crossed for a quick loan to Kyiv. However, it will probably take until mid-May

EU votes on €90 billion Ukraine loan - could be finalized this week

EU votes on €90 billion Ukraine loan - could be finalized this week

Mon 20 Apr 2026 17:00 CEST

The issue of approving €90 billion in loans to Ukraine will be raised as a decision point at the EU ambassadors' meeting on Wednesday. Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (M) told TT that the announcement was gratifying

Russian media: The King rejected Zelensky's handshake

Russian media: The King rejected Zelensky's handshake

Sat 18 Apr 2026 15:24 CEST

During his visit to Ukraine, King Carl XVI Gustaf shook hands with President Zelenskyy several times. However, video clips from Russian state media portray the king as rejecting the handshake, according to SVT Nyheter

Foreign Minister very concerned about situation in Lebanon

Foreign Minister very concerned about situation in Lebanon

Wed 8 Apr 2026 09:18 CEST

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) and Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (M) welcome the ceasefire between the US and Iran. However, the situation in Lebanon is worrying

Sweden wants the EU to bypass Hungary for Ukraine loans

Sweden wants the EU to bypass Hungary for Ukraine loans

Tue 31 Mar 2026 19:06 CEST

The EU must find ways to bypass Hungary so that the agreed €90 billion loan to Ukraine can be disbursed. Sweden is prepared to be the driving force behind such a procedure, Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (M) said to TT

Stenergard: I assume what I say is leaking to Russia

Stenergard: I assume what I say is leaking to Russia

Tue 24 Mar 2026 11:10 CET

Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (M) takes the reports that her Hungarian counterpart is leaking information to Moscow seriously.

Minister: Much suggests a long-term major war

Minister: Much suggests a long-term major war

Tue 24 Mar 2026 10:33 CET

There is much evidence that the US and Israel's war with Iran will be prolonged and could spread, Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (M) warns. It is an extremely uncertain situation, and there is much evidence that we are heading towards a major war in the region, she says

Sweden Supports Hormuz Initiative for Dialogue

Sweden Supports Hormuz Initiative for Dialogue

Sat 21 Mar 2026 13:55 CET

Sweden has joined countries seeking to help make shipping through the Strait of Hormuz safe. But so far the efforts have amounted only to a statement

Swedish citizen executed in Iran: Prime Minister calls it disgusting

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Swedish citizen executed in Iran: Prime Minister calls it disgusting

Wed 18 Mar 2026 13:02 CET

"A Swedish citizen was executed in Iran on Wednesday morning. It is truly disgusting, but unfortunately not entirely surprising

Government rages against Social Democrats' line on nuclear weapons

Government rages against Social Democrats' line on nuclear weapons

Tue 10 Mar 2026 10:38 CET

Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson has been harshly criticized by Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (M). The reason: Andersson opposes the government holding talks with France about deterrence involving French nuclear weapons

Swedish Foreign Ministry chartered plane with Swedes has taken off

Swedish Foreign Ministry chartered plane with Swedes has taken off

Sat 7 Mar 2026 17:38 CET

The first Swedish chartered plane to bring home stranded Swedes from Dubai has taken off, Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (M) announced at 5:30 p. m