The Latest Breaking News from Sweden

Biden ‘anxiously looking forward’ to Sweden joining NATO

US president reiterates support for Sweden’s NATO application as he meets the country’s prime minister at White House.

Al Jazeera · Jul 5, 2023

Quran burnings have Sweden torn between free speech and respecting minorities

A Quran burning and requests to approve the destruction of more holy books have left Sweden torn between its commitment to free speech and respect for religious minorities

The Independent UK · Jul 5, 2023

Up First briefing: Gun violence and trauma; women in the workforce; tip-flation

Gun violence takes a long-lasting toll on entire communities, not just those injured or killed. Women return to the job market in droves. Three reasons why tipping has gotten out of control.

WEKU · Jul 5, 2023

Turkey says Quran burning in Sweden raises questions about its reliability as a possible NATO member

Turkey’s foreign minister says Swedish authorities’ failure to prevent Quran-burning protests in the country is raising security concerns and questions about Sweden’s credentials for possible NATO membership

The Independent UK · Jul 4, 2023

Blacklisted in his own country, former Boston Celtics forward Jonas Jerebko regrets Russian stint

The former Boston forward finds himself blacklisted by Sweden's basketball association, forbidden to play for the Swedish National Team as a result of his decision.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 4, 2023

Gothenburg at 400: Sweden’s second city discovers its fun side

Ranked the world’s most sustainable destination, the city has new free swimming pools, extra theme park attractions and is a beacon of Scandi design

The Guardian - UK · Jul 4, 2023

Erdogan signals Turkey isn't ready to ratify Sweden NATO membership, saying there's more work to do

Turkey's president has signaled once again that his country is not ready to ratify Sweden’s membership in NATO

The Independent UK · Jul 3, 2023

Every Everton player going to Women's World Cup as eight Blues earn call up

The FIFA Women's World Cup will take place in Australia and New Zealand between July 20 and August 20

Liverpool Echo · Jul 3, 2023

Pope condemns Quran burning in Sweden and calls for respect

The pontiff rejects the idea that offensive protests should be allowed in the name of free speech.

Al Jazeera · Jul 3, 2023

Seminar reveals strategies to reduce gender discrimination at work

As one of the most LGBTI-friendly countries in the world, Sweden is encouraging Thailand to formulate anti-discrimination policies for employees to create a fair and positive working environment.

Bangkok Post · Jul 2, 2023