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Rudaw Net
8 hours ago
- Politics
- Rudaw Net
Top Foxtrot member arrested in Erbil: Swedish media
Also in Kurdistan KRG approves 'understanding' with Baghdad on budget issues President Barzani, Estonian defense minister discuss defense ties, regional developments KRG cabinet to address financial crisis amid new round of meetings with Baghdad KRG ministry condemns drone strikes on Duhok oil fields as operations halt A+ A- ERBIL, Kurdistan Region - Ahmed Alaa Fawzi, also known by his gang alias 'Dybala' and a key figure in Sweden's notorious Foxtrot Network, has been apprehended in Erbil, according to Sweden's national broadcaster SVT. SVT reported that Fawzi, 27, was arrested several weeks ago by local security forces in the Kurdistan Region, though news of his capture has only recently been made public. Rudaw English reached out to Erbil police, but they were not immediately available for a comment. Originally from Baghdad, Fawzi holds only Iraqi citizenship and was denied asylum in Sweden in 2015. Fawzi is internationally wanted by Swedish authorities for allegedly ordering the murder of a father of three in Skurup, a municipality in southern Sweden's Skane County. Interpol has also issued a Red Notice for his arrest on charges including murder, conspiracy to commit murder, aiding and abetting, and weapons offenses. Prominent Swedish daily Aftonbladet cited Fawzi's lawyer, Tobias Guldstrand, as noting that he knew of his client's apprehension 'only through the media. I have nothing further I can comment on beyond that at the moment.' Widely known by his gang name Dybala, Fawzi reportedly implicated in several investigations linked to contract killings in Sweden. He is believed to be a close associate of Rawa Majid - dubbed 'the Kurdish Fox' - who leads the Foxtrot Network. The Foxtrot Network, a dominant force in Sweden's criminal underworld since the late 2010s, is deeply involved in narcotics trafficking, shootings, bombings, and other violent crimes. In March, the United States sanctioned Majid over his alleged involvement in arms and drug trafficking and for reportedly cooperating with Iran in 'attacks on Israeli and Jewish targets in Europe.' Earlier this month, Turkish authorities arrested Ismail Abdo, another Swedish gang leader and former associate of Majid. Abdo, wanted for drug trafficking and violent crimes, was detained alongside 19 others as part of a joint investigation between Turkish and Swedish law enforcement. Sweden, once celebrated for its low crime rates and robust welfare system, has witnessed a sharp rise in gang-related violence over the past decade. A surge in shootings and bombings, largely fueled by rivalries between criminal networks competing for control of drug markets, has become a pressing national concern. The violence has been exacerbated by social segregation in so-called 'vulnerable areas,' where gangs increasingly recruit minors - who often face lighter penalties under Swedish law. This trend has shaken public confidence in institutions and prompted the government to push for tougher crime-fighting measures, including broader police powers and harsher sentencing.
See - Sada Elbalad
2 days ago
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
Sweden Proposes Raising Reserve Officer Age Limit to 70
Israa Farhan Sweden is considering a major shift in its defense recruitment policy by raising the conscription age for former military officers in the reserves from 47 to 70 years old, according to a proposal submitted by a government-appointed committee. The proposal, reported by Swedish broadcaster SVT, comes in response to the country's planned large-scale expansion of its armed forces in the coming years. The measure would apply to former military personnel who have completed at least one year of active duty or reserve service. Currently, individuals with prior military experience or training can be recalled for service up to the age of 47. Those who have not participated in military activities for over a decade are removed from the recruitment register. Under the proposed reform, this rule would be abolished, enabling the reactivation of thousands of experienced former service members. The committee's recommendation reflects growing security concerns in Europe and aligns with Sweden's long-term defense strategy. The Swedish Parliament has already approved a significant military spending increase, pledging 300 billion kronor ($31.4 billion), in addition to annual budget growth for defense. In parallel with the proposed age limit extension, Sweden has committed to increasing the number of conscripts undergoing basic training. According to the latest directive from the Swedish Ministry of Defense, at least 10,000 recruits will receive training by 2030, with that figure expected to rise to 12,000 annually in subsequent years. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Arts & Culture Hawass Foundation Launches 1st Course to Teach Ancient Egyptian Language Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream
Russia Today
2 days ago
- Business
- Russia Today
NATO country to raise military recall age to 70
Sweden plans to sharply raise the maximum conscription age for former military officers as part of a broad effort to expand its armed forces, public broadcaster SVT reported on Sunday. The proposal comes as the country commits billions to its military build-up. Last month, NATO leaders agreed to raise the target for defense spending from 2% to 5% of GDP, with 3.5% allocated directly to the military and the remainder directed toward broader security initiatives. Brussels previously unveiled the €800 billion ($940 billion) ReArm Europe program. According to the report, Stockholm will raise the age limit for recalling former officers to military service from 47 to 70. The move comes from a government-appointed commission tasked with addressing long-term military recruitment. The group suggests abolishing the current rule that removes former personnel from the military register after ten years without training – allowing officers with at least one year of active or reserve duty to remain eligible for call-up until age 70. The proposed change would reportedly reinstate thousands of names that were removed from the register under the current limits, which have until now capped eligibility for conscription at 47. The proposal is part of a broader plan to boost the military. Sweden, which joined NATO in March 2024, pledged to nearly double its military personnel to 115,000 by 2030, from 60,000 in 2023. The country reinstated conscription in 2017 after nearly a decade of volunteer-only service, citing regional security concerns. All parliamentary parties have also backed a pledge to allocate an additional 300 billion kronor ($31.4 billion) for defense, on top of rising annual budgets. The development reflects a broader militarization drive among European NATO member states, who say they must increase their defense budgets to counter what they describe as a threat from Russia. Moscow has denied that it poses a threat to these countries, accusing Western officials of stoking fear to justify soaring military spending and the decline in living standards across the continent.
Local Sweden
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Local Sweden
Where can I watch the 2025 Women's Euros in Sweden?
The Women's Euro 2025 football tournament is in full swing, with Sweden taking on Denmark in its first match on Friday. Here's what to expect and how to follow the action on Swedish TV. Advertisement When and where are the Euros taking place? The 2025 Women's Euros takes place in eight cities across Switzerland from July 2nd to 27th, with 16 national teams competing for the title. Is the Swedish team any good? They're pretty good. They came third in the last World Cup in 2023 and made the semi-finals of the Euros the year before (losing to the winners, England), which was their fourth time doing so. When are the matches taking place? Most matches start at either 6pm or 9pm Swedish time. Sweden's first match is against Denmark at 6pm on July 4th. You can see a full list of the games and results on the UEFA website. Where can I watch it on TV? Coverage is split between public broadcaster SVT and commercial channel Viaplay. SVT will be broadcasting matches on a few different channels, including SVT1, SVT2, Kunskapskanalen and SVT24. If you want to watch every single match, you'll need to get a subscription to Viaplay, choosing either their Medium or Total package (399 or 649 kronor per month respectively). The final will also only be shown on Viaplay. Advertisement Will any bars be showing the matches? Allente, the company responsible for licensing public showings of the Euro games, has a list of bars, restaurants and other public areas showing the games. This also includes showings on big screens, like on Ribersborg beach in Malmö, at Ullevi Plaza in Gothenburg and at Nacka beach in Stockholm. Not all of those places will be showing all of the games, of course, so make sure you call in advance to check if there's a particular game you want to watch. Swedish bars are most likely to show matches where the Swedish team is playing, but if you can get a group of people together who are interested in watching a particular match at a time when not much else is on, you might be able to convince your local bar to show it. What about radio? If you're not able to watch the matches, you can tune in live to public broadcaster Sveriges Radio P4.
Local Sweden
01-07-2025
- Local Sweden
Did you spot the elk that randomly turned up in central Stockholm?
The week had barely begun when an elk turned up in one of the most unlikely places imaginable: central Stockholm. Advertisement Police began receiving reports of the young elk, also known as a moose in North America, on the outskirts of the Swedish capital in the early hours of Monday morning. Reports later came in of it walking around central streets, including the Rörstrandsgatan strip packed with cafes and restaurants with outdoor seating, which were closed at the time. Animal control agents finally put the animal down around 7am. "When elk are in densely populated areas there can be a danger for traffic and such, so a decision was made to put the animal down," Stockholm police spokeswoman Susanna Rinaldo told AFP. Advertisement Elk are found in most areas of Sweden and an adult can grow to over two metres tall and weigh between 200 and 800 kilograms. Anna Westberg, another police spokeswoman, told broadcaster SVT it was likely a calf that had been rejected by its mother and become confused. Here's a video of the elk posted by SVT on Instagram.
