Sweden's parliamentary election remained deadlocked with the center-left opposition bloc projected to win by a single seat over Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson's ruling coalition. The far-right Sweden Democrats appeared to lose ground in early results.
Germany's CDU/CSU-SPD coalition government unveiled a comprehensive package of pension, tax and labor reforms after seven hours of negotiations. Chancellor Friedrich Merz says the measures aim to revive the country's sluggish economy, boost competitiveness and create jobs.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced the formation of a new center-left minority coalition government after months of negotiations following inconclusive elections in March 2026. The agreement maintains her leadership amid ongoing tensions with U.S. President Donald Trump over Greenland.
