Sweden expels Iran embassy employee, citing security concerns

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Al Jazeera

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Stockholm says Iran-backed groups are plotting against 'Jewish and Israeli interests' in the country.

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  • Reported by Al Jazeera and published Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:53:38 UTC.

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