Swedish Prime Minister since 2022, leader of the Moderate Party since 2017
Mette Frederiksen has formed a four‑party left‑leaning coalition after more than two months of talks. Her Social Democrats, the Moderates, the Green Left and the Social Liberals have agreed a programme that cuts VAT on food, offers free public transport for under‑22s, promises free dental care within ten years and commits to a firm stance on Greenland and stepped‑up defence spending.
Misty Roberts, a former Louisiana mayor, has been sentenced to 90 days for sexual crimes involving a 16-year-old. She must register as a sex offender, pay fines, and undergo therapy and regular drug testing. The case uncovered vitriolic victim statements and calls for accountability.
President Donald Trump has overridden the NATO agenda at a summit in Ankara by pressing allies to boost defence spending, threatening trade with Spain, and floating withdrawal of US troops from Europe. He has also signalled he will lift sanctions on Turkey and is considering selling F‑35 jets and engines to Ankara, prompting Israeli and European alarm.
NATO leaders at the Ankara summit have received engraved revolvers with six live rounds and a note waiving export controls. The gifts, intended to showcase Turkey’s defence industry, are being handled under strict decommissioning and security protocols as leaders decide how to manage the firearms.
Labour has moved into a polling lead amid a flurry of policy announcements by Prime Minister Andy Burnham and ongoing investigations surrounding Reform UK leader Nigel Farage. Multiple polls show Labour ahead or tied with Reform, with regional results highlighting gains in Greater Manchester.
An 18-year-old man armed with a sword carried out an attack at Brinell School in Fagersta, northwest of Stockholm. One person has died and several others, including two youths aged 12 and 17, are injured. The suspect is in custody and the case is investigated as murder and attempted murder; authorities are reviewing camera footage and surrounding schools remain on lockdown.