Sweden's center-left opposition bloc wins tight election, Kristersson resigns

Ulf Kristersson: Ulf Kristersson is the Prime Minister of Sweden from the Moderate Party, heading a center-right coalition. He resigned after the center-left opposition bloc secured a narrow election win amid extended vote counting. His departure marks the end of the previous government's term. Sweden's center-left opposition bloc: The center-left opposition bloc in Sweden includes the Social Democrats and allied parties focused on progressive policies. It achieved a narrow victory in the recent general election, preventing far-right influence in government formation. This success directly enables the bloc to lead the next administration following the outcome. Election Result: Sweden’s center-left opposition bloc won the tight general election by a narrow margin after days of limbo. Leadership Change: Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson resigned following the election outcome to keep the far right out of power.