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Sweden's centre-left holds razor-thin edge as exit polls show tight race

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Sweden's elections are too close to call as the centre-left opposition narrowly led on Sunday, with the far right seen losing ground after half of votes counted.

Four opposition parties led by Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson held 49.

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  • Four opposition parties led by Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson held 49.
  • Reported by France 24 and published Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:25:43 UTC.

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