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Andersson Launches Inquiry After Russia-Security Scandal Accusations

9/7/2026

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Andersson accuses

Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson accused Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson of hiding a Russia-related security scandal.
The scandal centers on Sweden Democrats employee Polina Malaberg, who allegedly promoted Russian narratives and joined a 2017 Russia trip.
Sweden Democrats leader Jimmie Åkesson called the allegations, while Kristersson said Malaberg would be dismissed if proven.
A 7 September poll gave the opposition 50.3% support, the Tidö bloc 47.9%, and the Liberals 4.3%.

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Andersson accuses

Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson accused Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson of hiding a Russia-related security scandal.
The scandal centers on Sweden Democrats employee Polina Malaberg, who allegedly promoted Russian narratives and joined a 2017 Russia trip.
Sweden Democrats leader Jimmie Åkesson called the allegations, while Kristersson said Malaberg would be dismissed if proven.
A 7 September poll gave the opposition 50.3% support, the Tidö bloc 47.9%, and the Liberals 4.3%.

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