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Swedes vote in close general election that could usher far right into government

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What happened

Swedes are heading to the polls Sunday for a general election that will either bring a far right party into government for the first time or shift the country back towards the liberalism it has long been known for.

Key facts

  • Swedes are heading to the polls Sunday for a general election that will either bring a far right party into government for the first time or shift the country back towards the liberalism it has long been known for.
  • Reported by France 24 and published Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:16:49 UTC.

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