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.
WorldEU countries are expanding their sanctions against extremist Israeli settlers and Hamas. "Very good," says Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (M).
WorldA great honor and a moral obligation, conservative Péter Magyar said as he was sworn in as Hungary's new prime minister, succeeding Viktor Orbán. At the same time, he called on President Tamás Sulyok to resign "with dignity."
WorldSweden is pausing construction of a new electricity cable to Denmark. The move comes amid continued disputes with the European Commission over how Swedish congestion revenues should be used. "The EU should not be able to steal Swedes' electricity money," says Energy Minister Ebba Busch (KD).
BusinessThe conflict in the Middle East and a high-profile stabbing attack are casting a shadow over Thursday's British local elections. In north London, the government is accused of fueling anti-Semitism.
WorldSweden has received the green light from the Commission to lower fuel taxes below the EU minimum level for a maximum of five months. A formal decision will now be made by the Council of Ministers.
BusinessFrench President Emmanuel Macron is counterattacking after Donald Trump's threat of new tariffs on the EU. If the U.S. sticks to its threats, Europe should deploy the so-called "trade bazooka," Macron said.
BusinessThe European Commission plans to issue new guidelines on aviation fuel this week amid the energy crisis.
BusinessNATO has invited television and film writers, directors and producers to "closed talks" in Europe and the US, writes The Guardian.
EntertainmentShould Europe focus on food and tractors, or on fighter jets, bridges and enlargement? The fight is in full swing over the next long-term budget.
WorldThe government is taking new steps to deport 155 convicted Syrians. A Syrian delegation is expected to visit Stockholm this spring.
SwedenAfter ten years of negotiations, the EU has finally agreed on better coordination of social welfare.
BusinessThe European Commission is easing its state aid rules during the energy crisis. Farmers, fishermen, transport and energy-intensive industries will be able to receive support more quickly.
BusinessThe Internet giant Meta is violating EU law by failing to prevent children from accessing Facebook and Instagram. This is the opinion of the European Commission, which is now threatening billions in fines.
SwedenCanadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has been invited to the European Cooperation Organization (EPC) summit in Armenia.
WorldWiretapped phones, tape recorders in the walls and secret meeting rooms. Welcome to Brussels - where ambassadors shout "good night" to the ceilings.
WorldEU countries agree to develop an accession agreement with Montenegro - a major step on the path to membership.
WorldThe European Commission is now presenting an energy package to help member states tackle the energy crisis. The situation is serious. The crisis is probably as serious as the crises of 1973 and 2022 combined. Even the best-case scenario is bad, says EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen.
BusinessUkraine 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.
WorldThe authorities believe it is fake - but are still forced to deal with reports of a pro-Russian breakaway republic in eastern Estonia. The consequences could be severe.
WorldHungary's outgoing Prime Minister Viktor Orbán will not attend next week's EU summit, reports Politico Europe.
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