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Elections in Sweden: Centre-left Leads as Far-right Declines

In the parliamentary elections, Magdalena Andersson's centre-left coalition surpasses the far-right Sweden Democrats, with preliminary results indicating a narrow margin.

14 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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In Sweden, parliamentary elections were held with record turnout. According to initial exit polls, the coalition led by the Social Democrats under Magdalena Andersson has gained a slight lead, securing 51.3% of the votes.

The latest projections indicate that the centre-left has secured a total of 176 seats, compared to 173 for the right. This marks a significant turnaround, as the far-right Sweden Democrats, represented by Jimmie Akesson, appear to have lost votes compared to previous elections, retreating for the first time.

Outgoing Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson stated that the situation is still open, while the centre-left expresses confidence regarding its future leadership. Discussions on immigration and security issues were central during the election campaign.

Preliminary results suggest that the margin between the two coalitions is very narrow, with only one seat difference favoring the opposition forces. The release of official data has triggered further analysis and predictions about the future political developments in the country.

The elections highlighted a growing tension among political forces, particularly on the issue of immigration, with the Sweden Democrats attempting to capitalize on this matter by pushing for a drastic reduction in immigration.

Authorities have indicated that final results will be announced on Wednesday, but potential political alliances are already taking shape, as the centre-left appears well-positioned to form a new government.

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