Swedes vote in election that could see far-right in government

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: September 13, 2026Country: Sweden

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Swedes vote in election that could see far-right in government

Voting is underway in Sweden in a closely fought election that could see the far-right Sweden Democrats enter government for the first time. Meanwhile, centre-left leader Magdalena Andersson may return to power. The results of this election are eagerly anticipated, as they could mark a turning point in Swedish politics.

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