A significant police operation unfolded near the Israeli embassy in central Stockholm after officers reported hearing gunshots.

Several individuals have been detained, including a 14-year-old boy, and searches have been conducted across the city.

Police suspect the embassy was targeted and have heightened security around Jewish and Israeli sites nationwide.

This follows two prior incidents this week where armed teenagers were intercepted en route to the embassy.

The investigation is ongoing, with police and security services collaborating closely.