Supplemental Info:
Background:
Sweden has experienced a significant rise in organized crime and gang violence since the 2000s, particularly in urban areas like Stockholm, Malmö, Gothenburg, and Uppsala. The country now has one of Europe’s highest rates of gun-related deaths, with shootings tripling between 2012 and 2020. In 2022, 80% of shootings occurred in "criminal environments," often in multicultural neighborhoods.
Swedish gangs are involved in drug trafficking, shootings, bombings (often using hand grenades from Yugoslav conflicts), and extortion. The violence has escalated, with 500 shootings or blasts annually from 2012–2023 and 31 explosions in January 2025 alone.
Notable criminal organizations like the Foxtrot Network (led by Rawa Majid, a Kurdish-Swede) and the Södertälje mafia (Assyrian-dominated) are often cited in discussions of Swedish gang violence.
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Security Alert U.S. Embassy Sweden June 23, 2025
Location: Sweden
Event: Swedish media reports that Iran may be pressuring local criminal gangs, including the Foxtrot Network, to carry out attacks in Sweden against U.S. and Israeli interests. U.S. citizens in Sweden are advised to exercise increased caution and maintain awareness of their surroundings, particularly near the U.S. Embassy.
Actions to Take:
Exercise caution around the vicinity of the U.S. Embassy in Stockholm. Monitor local media for updates. Avoid crowds. Avoid demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Be aware of your surroundings. Review your personal security plans.
Assistance:
View the Original: https://se.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-stockholm-june-23-2025/
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