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Politics● LowSep 13 · Sep 13, 2026, 1:11 PM

Swedish far-right eyes role in government

GlobeAlert Desk · curated from France 24 [en] · Western Europe

As Sweden heads into a closely fought election, the far right is gaining ground by tapping into concerns over crime and security, issues that some voters increasingly associate with migration. On FRANCE 24, Stockholm University sociologist Zeth Isaksson said the movement has also softened its image in recent years, making it more acceptable to a broader electorate, while also cautioning against overstating the strength of the far right in Sweden.

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