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Unclear how border control will affect train traffic

Denmark tightens border control against Sweden due to the recent wave of violence where five Swedes are suspected of involvement in attempted murder and an explosion. How it affects Öresund traffic is unclear.

Unclear how border control will affect train traffic

Minister: "Deeply disturbing child soldiers"

At 25 occasions since April, criminals in Denmark have hired Swedes to commit crimes in the country. This is stated by Denmark's Minister of Justice after a meeting with the police.

Minister: "Deeply disturbing child soldiers"

Danish police officer moves to Sweden

Denmark's Minister of Justice Peter Hummelgaard (S) announces that Danish police will be stationed permanently in Sweden. The message comes after several Swedish teenagers have been arrested suspected of involvement in attempted murder in the country.

Danish police officer moves to Sweden

Danish Minister: "Do not want Swedish conditions"

On Thursday, two Swedish teenage boys were arrested for two separate shootings in Denmark. At the same time, the Danish police stated that young Swedes are being recruited on social media to commit crimes for payment in the country.

Danish Minister: "Do not want Swedish conditions"

Hate crimes to be punished more severely in Denmark

Hate crimes against Jews have become more frequent in Denmark and now politicians in the parliament are responding by proposing tougher penalties for hate crimes in specific zones. From 7 October last year to 13 June this year, the Danish police registered 187 reports of hate crimes against Jews.

Hate crimes to be punished more severely in Denmark