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Suspected Gas Leak Leads to Evacuation and Hospitalization at Sweden's Security Service HQ

No gas detected following initial reports, as authorities investigate the cause of the alert.

  • A suspected gas leak at Sweden's Security Service headquarters in Solna prompted the evacuation of about 500 people and hospitalization of eight, including police officers.
  • Authorities have not confirmed the presence of gas; initial reports suggested phosgene detection, but no gas was detected inside or outside the building.
  • The incident led to a large area around the headquarters being sealed off, with emergency services and police responding promptly.
  • Sweden is on high alert due to its pending NATO membership, with Hungary expected to ratify its application on Monday.
  • The incident underscores concerns about safety and security at critical national infrastructure amid heightened geopolitical tensions.
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