Politics · Stockholm, Sweden · October 15, 2026

Swedish parliament rejects Andersson as prime minister

Reported by 1 outlet · under-reported · first reported Oct 14, 8:00 PM ET

The Riksdag voted against appointing Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson as prime minister. She had earlier returned her mandate to explore forming a government on 28 September.

Why it matters

The vote prolongs uncertainty over who will govern Sweden.

Background

Sweden held a general election in September 2026. Andersson previously served as prime minister from 2021 to 2022.

The story so far

1. Oct 15Swedish parliament rejects Andersson as prime minister
2. Oct 16Swedish parliament rejects Andersson as prime minister

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Sources

• Anadolu Agency ↗October 15, 2026

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