Swedish PM Kristersson resigns after election loss
Left-wing opposition parties led by Magdalena Andersson look set to form the next government.
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"The Swedish people have voted for a new direction for our country."
— Magdalena Andersson , Politician
"I am herewith requesting that I be relieved of the office of prime minister to allow that work to start immediately."
— Ulf Kristersson , Politician
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Left-wing opposition parties led by Magdalena Andersson look set to form the next government.
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