Swedish Minister's Banana Phobia Sparks Debate

Paulina Brandberg's aversion to bananas leads to official requests for fruit-free environments during her visits.

Gender Equality Minister Paulina Brandberg's fear of bananas has become a national discussion in Sweden, following leaked emails detailing her staff's efforts to ensure banana-free environments during her official engagements.
Brandberg has described her banana phobia as akin to a 'strong allergy' and is receiving professional help to manage the condition.
The phobia has prompted requests for no bananas in any venues she visits, with staff emphasizing the need for these measures due to her severe reaction.
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has stated that Brandberg's phobia does not affect her work, criticizing those who ridicule her condition.
Support for Brandberg has come from across the political spectrum, with some politicians sharing similar phobias and expressing solidarity.