Sweden heads to polls in tight race as far-right party seeks government role
Source Summary
Sweden is holding a general election with polling showing a razor-thin 0.3-point gap between left and right-wing blocs. The far-right Sweden Democrats, an anti-immigration party, could potentially enter government for the first time. The election comes days after Germany's far-right Alternative für Deutschland won regional elections in Saxony-Anhalt.
Why it matters
A far-right party entering Swedish government would mark a significant shift in Nordic politics and reflect broader European trends toward anti-immigration movements gaining power.
What remains uncertain
The outcome remains uncertain given the 0.3-point polling gap between the two blocs and the potential for coalition negotiations to determine final government composition.
