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Far-right falling at the polls on election night in Sweden

RTP Notícias14 September 2026 at 07:40

The legislative elections in Sweden are being decided by an extremely narrow margin, which could come down to a single member of parliament. This election night has been marked by a fierce dispute between the main political blocs in the country.

The Swedish far-right, represented by the Sweden Democrats, has registered a significant drop at the polls, going against predictions that pointed to a possible advance for the party. The result represents a setback compared to earlier expectations.

The vote tallying is slow and complex, with parties awaiting the final count of votes to learn the definitive outcome. Uncertainty remains regarding the exact composition of the next parliament and the formation of a stable government.

Why this matters

The narrow result of the Swedish legislative elections may have significant implications for the governance of the country and for the political balance in Scandinavia. For readers, this unexpected outcome for the Swedish far-right contrasts with the trend of growth of these parties in other European countries, representing a possible reversal of the trend.

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