Thousands of people protest in Stockholm ahead of Sweden’s general election, calling for stronger climate action. Multiple outlets report that around 10,000 demonstrators take part, and climate activist Greta Thunberg joins the rally. Organisers say Sweden’s climate policies are weakening and urge political parties to move faster to meet national targets.
The protest centers on concerns that current government measures could undermine stated emissions goals. Euronews highlights expert warnings that Sweden’s climate policy jeopardises plans to cut transport CO₂ emissions by 70% by 2030 and to reach net-zero emissions by 2045. France 24 similarly frames the demonstration as pressure on politicians in the run-up to the vote, with organisers arguing that policy changes do not align with the pace needed for the targets.
