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The front page of Svenska Dagbladet heavily features political news, with a strong focus on the upcoming "Valet 2026" (Election 2026). Key figures like Magdalena Andersson and Ebba Busch are prominently mentioned in relation to political debates and party stances. International news includes a…
Magdalena Andersson, leader of the Social Democrats, sharply criticizes Kristersson's remarks about her husband, accusing him of hypocrisy in the context of the upcoming 2026 election.
Ebba Busch of the Christian Democrats is questioning the economic assumptions behind Elisabeth Svantesson's statements, labeling them as based on 'a number of assumptions'.
SvD's election compass allows users to test themselves and discover which political party best matches their views on key issues for the 2026 election.
Donald Trump has announced a 'historic' 100-year oil deal with Venezuela, a significant international economic development.
Roland Paulsen discusses how societal perceptions of intelligence can lead to negative outcomes, suggesting that 'every defeat pushes us towards the wrong conclusion'.
Police are holding a meeting in preparation for a free concert by Swedish House Mafia, indicating a significant upcoming event.
Following the death of King Harald, Norway is anticipating the first address to the nation by its new king.
A historian analyzes the late King Harald's reign and explains why Norway's relationship with its monarchy is different from Sweden's, noting the Norwegian royals' closeness to the people.
Haakon VIII has ascended to the throne of Norway amidst a confidence crisis within the royal family, with significant events expected in the coming days.
The Norwegian royal succession highlights a family in crisis, with anger in Norway and experts noting the new king's challenging solitary role.
Micael Dahlen suggests that personality is an unexpected factor in elections, offering clues on how voters might cast their ballots.
Jan Emanuel argues that Social Democrat leaders have betrayed their voters and should step down, stating he can no longer vote for his former party.
Henrik Torehammar analyzes the Moderates' strategy to scare voters with the prospect of 'socialist chaos' as a last-minute tactic to save Kristersson's position.
Svantesson faces strong criticism regarding the budget's reform room, with critics demanding honesty about potential cuts.
Hundreds have been evacuated following a Russian drone attack in Ukraine, with several injuries reported in the latest news from the ongoing conflict.
Liza Alexandrova-Zorina describes the 'Jabloko' party as a symbol of resistance for young Russians challenging Putin.
