September 5: Do not miss today’s news

Dagens Nyheter’s September 5 news roundup leads with Jimmie Åkesson’s ambition to secure major ministerial posts in Sweden’s next government. The Sweden Democrats leader is receiving strong encouragement around the country and says he remains hopeful, adding that “the trend is positive for us.” The final days before the election will determine what comes next for him.

The roundup also reports that 32 children were treated at Karolinska’s emergency department after suffering serious and life-threatening bleeding following throat operations at private clinics. Experts want some of the procedures moved to hospitals, but the proposal faces resistance from the Centre Party.

Five Swedish men were arrested in Cyprus on suspicion of involvement in plans to murder a British twin pair. Local media reported that police suspect the men belong to an international criminal group.

Svenskt Vatten, the Swedish water industry association, says Sweden needs 590 billion kronor to address growing water shortages, ageing pipelines and increased preparedness demands. Its chief executive, Pär Dalhielm, argues that the lack of clear national responsibility for water supply is unsustainable.

The final item concerns former Ukrainian defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who was celebrated by crowds after his dismissal. The roundup says his standing has fallen after he began doing business with controversial American AI entrepreneurs and became an adviser to other countries.

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I am still hopeful. The trend is positive for us.