Sweden

Sweden:

Teens sentenced over shooting at Israeli defense firm’s office

Swedish court sentences four teenagers involved in an October 2024 shooting targeting the Gothenburg offices of Israeli defense contractor Elbit Systems.

Sweden:

Swastika flags hung in Stockholm on Hitler's birthday

Nazi flags displayed above a Stockholm highway on Hitler’s birthday trigger outrage and a police investigation for incitement. Israel’s ambassador to Sweden expresses deep concern over the resurgence of such hate symbols in Europe.

Report: Iran paid Swedish teens to attack Israeli embassy

Swedish teens who attacked Israeli embassy caught in Iranian terrorism plot, CNN finds.

EJA:

'Swedish MP must apologize for antisemitic post or be expelled'

European Jewish Association condemns MP Lorena Delgado Varas for sharing a cartoon claiming that 'The Zionist Jews control the world.'

Stockholm Declaration:

British, Swedish, and US Embassies commemorate 25th anniversary

The Stockholm Declaration serves as the guiding framework for the IHRA and its member states in their ongoing efforts to promote Holocaust education, remembrance, and scholarly research.

On Iran's behalf

US sanctions Sweden-based gang for targeting Israeli interests

US sanctions Foxtrot Network, a Sweden-based criminal gang accused of executing attacks against Israeli interests in Europe on behalf of Iran.

Motive unclear

Swedish authorities arrest three near Israeli Embassy

Swedish authorities detain three men near the Israeli embassy in Stockholm on suspicion of preparing to commit a violent crime. Too soon to determine whether the embassy was the intended target.

Swedish police detain individual who plotted Islamist attacks

Swedish authorities announce that an individual was detained in the Stockholm region on suspicion of planning terrorist activities linked to violent Islamist extremism.

Sweden:

Teen committed murder, fled the scene, fired at Israeli embassies

The authorities in Sweden have transferred a request to Denmark for the extradition of a 17-year-old arrested on suspicion of attacking the embassy in Denmark with grenades.

Horror in Sweden:

10 killed in Orebro education center shooting

Shooting at adult education center in Orebro, Sweden, leaves 10 dead. The motive behind the attack is not clear.

Sweden:

Activist convicted of hate crimes over Quran desecration

Swedish court sentences anti-Islam activist to suspended sentence and a fine over Quran burning. Another activist who burned the Quran was shot dead last week.

Sweden:

Quran burner murdered during live broadcast

Salwan Momika, an activist who burned the Quran at several protests, shot to death during a live social media broadcast.

Anti-Israel org. files complaint against Israeli in Sweden

Anti-Israel Hind Rajab Foundation says it filed a complaint against an IDF soldier who is visiting Sweden, accusing him of war crimes and crimes against humanity.

PLO warns:

‘Serious consequences’ from Sweden’s funding cuts to UNRWA

Palestine Liberation Organization expresses grave concern over Sweden's decision to reduce its funding to the UN agency for “Palestinian refugees”.

Sweden to cease funding to UNRWA

Sweden says it will cease funding the UN “Palestinian refugee” agency, cites difficulties from Israeli decision to bar the agency.

Sweden:

Three jailed over explosives planted at Israeli defense firm

Swedish court sentences three men for their roles in planting explosives outside the offices of Elbit Systems in Gothenburg.

During Kristallnacht anniversary

Watch: Demonstrator snatches Israeli flag, throws it in a river

A demonstrator in Stockholm, Sweden grabbed an Israeli flag and threw it in a river during a commemoration of Kristallnacht.

Nordic countries concerned over anti-UNRWA legislation

Five Nordic countries criticize bills against UNRWA introduced in the Knesset, say they "may fundamentally jeopardize the prospects for a two-state solution".

Sweden:

Court case of Quran burner opened

Trial of a Danish extreme right-wing party leader, who burned the Quran, opens in Sweden. He is accused of 'incitement against an ethnic group.'

Israeli President welcomes five new ambassadors to Israel

Israel's President Isaac Herzog receives diplomatic credentials of new ambassadors from Belgium, Slovakia, Switzerland, Sweden, and Papua New Guinea.

Sweden Stands With Israel:

Commemorating October 7 at Kristet Center Örebro

Pastor Per-Åke Eliasson, Senior Pastor of Kristet Center Örebro: 'Our support for Israel is rooted in love, in faith, and in the belief that we must stand up against hatred wherever it exists. This is a fight for humanity, for decency, and for the right to live in peace.'

Swedish airport suspends flight activity due to UAVs

Four UAVs were identified by the control tower at Arlanda Airport near Stockholm, Sweden, forcing suspension of departures and arrivals in the early hours of Monday morning.

Sweden:

Teen found guilty of taking weapon to Israeli embassy

Swedish court finds 15-year-old boy guilty of possession of a semi-automatic weapon while heading to the Israeli embassy in Stockholm in a taxi.

Sweden:

Police cordon off area near Israeli Embassy in Stockholm

Police patrol hears gunshots, detains several individuals after suspected shooting near Israeli Embassy in Stockholm, Sweden.

Malmo, Sweden

Israeli comedian detained for waving Israeli flag

Guy Hochman was verbally assaulted and spit at by anti-Israel protesters at the Eurovision Village. Officers then detained him and told him that it was not a place for Israeli flags and Jews.

Provocation at Eurovision:

Swedish singer appears with keffiyeh around his hand

Swedish singer Eric Saade appears on stage at Eurovision semi-final with keffiyeh wrapped around his hand, in violation of the rules of the contest. European Broadcasting Union condemns.

How Payup revolutionizes the way for Swedes to find smslån

In Sweden, the concept of smslån, or quick loans as they're colloquially known, has become a staple for those in need of an immediate financial boost.

Most antisemitic city in Europe

Israeli journalist recounts shocking trip to Eurovision host city

Elad Simchayoff, who recently returned from a fact-finding trip to Malmö, Sweden, spoke to Arutz Sheva about the antisemitism in the city and the steps being taken to protect the Israeli delegation from it.

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Good Evening Malmö: Antisemitism at Eurovision host city

Israeli Channel 12’s visit to the host city for the Eurovision reveals disturbing hatred, violent antisemitism, and one astonishing warning ahead of Europe’s biggest evening.

Iraqi who burned Quran in Sweden to leave the country

Iraqi refugee Salwan Momika, who stoked outrage by burning Quran, says he will seek refuge in Norway after Sweden revoked his residency permit.

Planned attack in Sweden

Germany arrests two suspected ISIS members

Germany arrests two Afghan nationals for allegedly planning attack on the Swedish parliament in retaliation for Quran burnings which caused an uproar.

Israel to Canada & Sweden:

Reinstating funding to UNRWA is a serious mistake

Decision to reinstate funding to UNRWA 'constitutes tacit agreement and support' by Canadian and Swedish governments for UNRWA employees' involvement in Oct. 7 massacre, Foreign Ministry says.

Sweden:

Couple sent by Iran as sleeper agents to murder Jews

Couple sent to Sweden by IRGC lived in country for 5 years under fake names before being activated in plot to murder 3 Jewish citizens of Sweden, including community leader and dual US citizen.

Suspected attack attempt:

Grenade found outside Israeli Embassy in Sweden

Law enforcement was called to tend to a suspicious object outside the Israeli Embassy in Stockholm. The object was found to be a hand grenade that did not detonate after being thrown at the embassy's external fence.

Swedish citizen arrested by Iran

Iranian authorities confirmed that a Swedish citizen has been arrested, but did not comment on the charges against him.

Sweden:

Arrests made after violent riot breaks out during Quran burning

Swedish police arrest two people and detained 10 after violent riot breaks out at protest involving a burning of the Quran in Malmo.

Netanyahu speaks to Swedish MPs on moving embassy to Jerusalem

PM meets delegation of Swedish MPs, discusses strengthening cooperation in technology, artificial intelligence, and the vehicle industry.

Following Quran burnings:

Iran summons Swedish and Danish representatives

Iran says it the Swedish and Danish governments are fully responsible for desecrations of the Quran in those countries.

Sweden:

Woman arrested after spraying Quran-burning activist

Swedish police detain woman who sprayed anti-Islam activist using a fire extinguisher as he staged a Quran-burning.

Following Quran burnings:

Sweden raises terrorist alert to second highest level

Sweden's security service raises terrorist alert from 3 to 4, says it thwarted attacks after Quran burnings angered the Muslim world.

Sweden calls for vigilance abroad after Quran burning incidents

Senior Swedish official calls Swedes abroad and businesses linked to Sweden to “observe increased vigilance and caution”.

Molotov cocktail thrown at Sweden's embassy in Beirut

The attack on the embassy comes amid outrage in the Muslim world over incidents of Quran burning in Sweden.

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'Death to America!' at protest outside Swedish Embassy in Tehran

Protesters demonstrating outside Swedish Embassy in Tehran call for expulsion of Swedish Ambassador to Iran.

Sweden:

Activists yet again burn Quran in Stockholm

The incident comes as Sweden mulls legislative possibilities to ensure a ban on the desecration of holy books throughout the country.

Swedish govt. examining legal changes over book burnings

Swedish Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer gives European Jewish Association assurances amid pledges to burn Torahs.

Denmark seeks to make it illegal to desecrate Quran

The comments by Denmark’s Foreign Minister follow public Quran desecrations both in Denmark and in Sweden.

Sweden:

Woman burns sheet of paper instead of Hebrew Bible

Swedish woman granted permission to burn Hebrew Bible backs down, the second such incident in two weeks.

'A shameful event'

Minister Sofer blasts intention to burn Hebrew Bible in Sweden

Aliyah and Integration Minister criticizes plans to burn a Hebrew Bible in Stockholm: I expect the authorities to take immediate action.

Sweden:

Police again approve burning of Hebrew Bible

Police allow woman to burn a Hebrew Bible in Stockholm, weeks after approving another Torah burning in front of Israeli embassy.

Khamenei:

'Desecrators of Quran should face the most severe punishment'

Iranian Supreme Leader calls on Sweden to hand over those who burn the Quran to Islamic countries.

Nasrallah:

'Expel Swedish ambassadors over Quran burning there'

Hezbollah leader calls on Arab and Islamic countries to follow in Iraq's footsteps and expel the Swedish ambassadors from their countries.

Sweden:

Anti-Islam activist to burn Quran a second time

Activist whose public Quran-burning outside a mosque set off fierce controversy to also burn Iraqi flag outside embassy.

Iraq:

Protesters set Swedish embassy in Baghdad on fire

Hundreds of protesters storm Swedish embassy in Baghdad and set it on fire. No embassy staff harmed.

Swedish activist cancels plan to burn Jewish Bible

The Swedish activist who threatened to burn the Jewish Bible claims he was checking for selective enforcement.

Report:

Sweden to change law related to burning of sacred texts

Swedish government reportedly informs Israel it is working to change local law following uproar over burning of Jewish Bible.

Naftali Bennett:

'Burning a Torah is not free speech, it's hatred and incitement'

Former PM interviewed on Swedish television, explains why Israel is against the Swedish decision to allow a Torah to be burned in public.

"Has Europe learned nothing?"

A joint statement by Jewish and Christian organizations against the planned burning of a Jewish Bible in Sweden.

Western Wall rabbi:

'No force in the world can destroy our sacred scriptures'

Rabbi Shmuel Rabinowitz, rabbi of the Western Wall, tells Swedish authorities: 'It is not too late, extinguish the fire.'

Netanyahu:

Sweden decision 'shameful' & harms what is holy to Jewish people

PM Netanyahu condemns Sweden's decision to allow burning of Jewish Bibles. 'We must respect the holy books of all religions.'

In letters to Swedish leaders:

Israel's chief rabbis condemn intent to burn Jewish Bible

Israel's Chief Rabbi Lau pens letter to Swedish PM Kristersson: 'Freedom of expression does not permit everything.'