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Center-left Takes Slim Lead in Sweden Election, Far Right Slips

Exit polls put the Social Democrats ahead, with the far-right Sweden Democrats falling back as results come in.

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Sweden's ruling coalition relies on far-right support

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Party leaders intensify campaigns as election nears

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Sweden Democrats could enter government for first time

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Russia and security dominate late campaign debates

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Polls show narrowing gap between left and right blocs

Il Post ↗

Swedes vote in close general election

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Far-right eyes historic breakthrough as voting begins

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Voting begins in Sweden's tightly contested general election

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Long lines and high turnout seen as Swedes vote

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  2. Swedish election in dead heat as voters question liberal traditions
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  3. Sweden election 'very close' as left bloc claims tight lead
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  4. Early results have Swedish centre-left with 1-seat lead over rivals in general election
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  5. Sweden opposition holds one-seat advantage over ruling bloc, projection shows
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