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Friday, September 20, 2024

Sweden's Security Threats Persist

Published: 2024-08-14

Sweden remains on high alert as the threat of terrorism, Russian influence operations, and gang violence continue to pose significant risks to national security.

According to Fredrik Hallström, the operational chief at the Swedish Security Service (Säpo), the terror threat level remains at four on a five-point scale, indicating a high likelihood of attacks.

Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer emphasized that while Sweden is no longer the primary focus of extremist propaganda, the overall threat landscape remains complex and unpredictable.

The country faces three main security challenges: terrorism, hostile state actors, and organized crime.

Despite a reduction in shootings and successful prevention of over 200 violent incidents by the police, the risk of new violence persists.

Additionally, Swedish criminals have been recruited by Danish gangs, prompting enhanced cooperation between the two countries' law enforcement agencies.