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Parliamentary debate interrupted by disruptions from audience in Sweden

Thursday 17th 2024 on 11:53 in  
Sweden
Security

In early October, a parliamentary debate was interrupted due to disruptions from the audience. Reports indicate that a bag containing tomatoes and red onions was thrown at Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard. The incident prompted widespread condemnation and resulted in discussions about safety among parliamentary party leaders and the Speaker of the Riksdag.

As the debate surrounding the Middle East conflict is set to continue next week, Speaker Andreas Norlén has stated that security measures will be implemented.

Source 
(via svt.se)