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On Paludan’s Sweden tour – ‘He came again to provoke the everyday immigrant’
Professor of peace and conflict research Ashok Swain says Rasmus Paludan’s controversial stunts in Sweden are a pure political act
Danish politician Rasmus Paludan, member of the far right anti-immigrant and anti-Islam group Stram Kurs (Hard Line), has been organising rallies in Sweden.
Paludan has made inflammatory comments about Muslim’s holy book, Quran including burning it and making threats to burn more copies which has sparked public outrage and protests in Sweden.
Professor Ashok Swain from Uppsala university says Paludan’s actions are purely political and have been “successful in Denmark”, so “now he is trying his luck in Sweden”.
“He came again with the intention of provoking the group of everyday immigrant or the Muslims who are living in this country,” he says.
Paludan is planning to stand in the Sweden elections in September but Swain says the politician “doesn’t have enough required signatures for set”.
He says he is on the Sweden tour to attempt to gain support.
Protests against Paludan turned violent last week with clashes erupting between the protesters and the police. 26 police officers and 14 civilians were injured in the violence with more than 40 arrested.
How did the protests turn violent?
The Sweden police previously said they believed the riots had some criminal gang involvement. 20 vehicles were damaged in the violence and a school was also set on fire in the Malmo region of the country.
“The question is that, why are these riots not taking place against him or the kind of far right activism but against the state and the police, and particularly the state administrate infrastructure,” Swain says.
Swain raises a question surrounding the involvement of criminal elements, noting they might be taking advantage of these kind of scenarios “where it becomes difficult for the law and order”.
How can violent riots like these be prevented?
Swain gives the responsibility for the prevention to the “cooperation between the state police and the local”.
Swain says that while certain elements have been making law and order difficult, there is a lot to do to get the state and police force to work together.
He mentions the need for the Swedish system to act in a sensitive manner.
“Despite a number of provocations, the reactions of the police force have been quite mild in that sense,” he says.
Are these events an indication of the rise of far right politics in Sweden?
“Sweden was quite late to catch up to the far right politics compared to other parts of Europe,” Swain says.
Swain notes that Sweden has tried to keep the far right politics out of it’s government but there have been recent attempts such as Rasmus Paludan’s Sweden tour ahead of the September elections to gain attention.
Rijul Baath contributed to this report
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Greenland says “No” to U.S. takeover — Chooses Denmark in geopolitical showdown
Greenland’s PM chooses Denmark over U.S. amid Trump’s controversy over Arctic control, emphasizing sovereignty and local sentiment.
Greenland’s PM chooses Denmark over U.S. amid Trump’s controversy over Arctic control, emphasizing sovereignty and local sentiment.
Greenland’s Prime Minister Jens‑Frederik Nielsen has delivered a clear message amid renewed pressure from the U.S. — if forced to choose between the United States and Denmark, Greenland will pick Denmark, NATO, and the EU.
Nielsen made the declaration in Copenhagen alongside Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen ahead of diplomatic talks with top U.S. officials.
The announcement comes as U.S. President Donald Trump has again stoked controversy by suggesting Washington could pursue ownership or control of Greenland, citing strategic interests in the Arctic. European leaders and Greenlandic officials have pushed back strongly against these ideas, emphasising sovereignty and respect for international law.
This standoff places Greenland’s future in the spotlight — as Copenhagen and Nuuk reaffirm their ties, local sentiment remains overwhelmingly opposed to U.S. annexation and supportive of Greenland’s own path forward.
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Trump promises aid amid Iran unrest
Trump urges Americans in Iran to evacuate amidst escalating protests and vows support for protesters seeking freedom.
Trump urges Americans in Iran to evacuate amidst escalating protests and vows support for protesters seeking freedom.
President Trump has called on Americans in Iran to evacuate as tensions escalate following the government’s violent crackdown on antigovernment protesters. He has ruled out negotiations and encouraged protesters to continue their efforts, hinting that aid could be on the way.
The unrest in Iran has reportedly resulted in over 2,000 deaths, including both protesters and security forces. U.S. officials are reportedly weighing various responses, from sanctions to potential military options, though no immediate action has been confirmed.
Trump delivered a direct message to the people of Iran, emphasising support for their push for freedom and safety amid the growing crisis.
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Trump escalates pressure on the Federal Reserve with Powell probe
Trump administration investigates Fed Chair Powell, raising concerns over political pressure on monetary policy and economic stability.
Trump administration investigates Fed Chair Powell, raising concerns over political pressure on monetary policy and economic stability.
The Trump administration has launched a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, dramatically escalating tensions between the White House and the central bank.
The probe centres on Powell’s testimony over a controversial renovation of the Federal Reserve’s headquarters, raising alarm over whether political pressure is being applied to monetary policy decisions.
The move has sparked fierce debate in Washington, with critics warning it could undermine investor confidence and destabilise economic expectations.
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