The Left Party (Vänsterpartiet) has removed at least nine candidates over the weekend due to alleged antisemitic remarks and past support for figures like Putin and Hamas. Concurrently, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has publicly defended members of the Sweden Democrats against criticism, dismissing the allegations as 'ridiculous'.

Expressen: V-Candidate Dropped for Antisemitic Remarks

A candidate from the V party has been removed after allegedly spreading antisemitic hate speech online.

Svenska Dagbladet: Kristersson Defends SD Members Amidst Criticism

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson dismisses criticism of SD ministers, stating that his wife is being used as a 'slapstick' and calls the allegations 'ridiculous'.

Svenska Dagbladet: V Stripped Eight New Candidates This Weekend

The Vänsterpartiet (Left Party) removed eight new candidates over the weekend, reportedly after Expressen's inquiries about their past support for Putin and Hamas.

The Öresundsbron bridge, a crucial link between Sweden and Denmark, was temporarily closed today. Separately, a new nationwide alert system is scheduled for a test this afternoon, which will cause millions of mobile phones to emit a loud alarm.

Dagens Nyheter: Öresundsbron Bridge Closed

The Öresundsbron bridge, a major link between Sweden and Denmark, has been temporarily closed.

Aftonbladet: Millions of Phones to Sound Alarm This Afternoon

A new alert system will be tested this afternoon, potentially causing millions of phones to emit a loud sound.

With six days remaining until the election, a new poll indicates that the Liberal party (Liberalerna) has surpassed the electoral threshold, demonstrating continued growth and positive momentum.

Svenska Dagbladet: Liberals Above Threshold in New Poll

The Liberal party is showing continued growth in new polls, with six days remaining until the election. A political commentator notes their positive momentum.

A survey has revealed concerns about gang crime in areas where young people participate in sports, with recruitment attempts reported in many municipalities. Separately, school principals in Gävsta have publicly criticized politicians, stating that their views on schools are incorrect and highlighting improvements achieved through specific measures.

Aftonbladet: School Principals: Politicians Are Wrong About Schools

School principals in Gävsta state that politicians have incorrect views on schools, with improvements noted since taking certain measures.

Dagens Nyheter: Gang Crime Near Youth Sports Facilities

A survey reveals that gang crime is a concern in areas where young people participate in sports, with recruitment attempts reported at sports grounds in many municipalities.