Published: 2024-04-03
During a speech at Studentafton in Lund, Sweden, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson was repeatedly interrupted by protesters voicing their discontent with the government's handling of the conflict in Gaza and climate change issues.
The protesters, numbering in the hundreds, accused the government of complicity in a genocide, disrupting the event and leading to several being escorted out by the police.
Despite the chaos, Kristersson attempted to restore order, emphasizing Sweden's tradition of open dialogue and respect for differing opinions.
The incident highlights the growing public unrest over Sweden's foreign policy and environmental stance.
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