Sweden mobilizes military to combat unprecedented surge in gang violence
- Eleven people have been killed in shootings and bombings in September, making it the deadliest month since 2019.
- Two criminal gangs are engaged in a violent feud over drugs and weapons.
- Violence has spread from major cities to smaller towns across Sweden.
- Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has summoned the heads of armed forces and police to address the crisis.
- The government is considering new laws to give police more powers and allow military assistance.