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Sweden Bans Holocaust Denial in Constitution Effective 2027
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Sweden's parliament has constitutionally banned Holocaust denial as incitement against an ethnic group, with the law taking effect January 1, 2027. The amendment strengthens authorities' ability to prosecute hateful publications, especially online. Israel's ambassador to Sweden welcomed the move as a crucial step against rising antisemitism.
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- Sweden's parliament has constitutionally banned Holocaust denial as incitement against an ethnic group.
- The new law will take effect on January 1, 2027.
- The amendment strengthens authorities' ability to prosecute hateful publications, particularly online.
- Holocaust denial will be defined as denying genocide or crimes against humanity established by court rulings.
- Israel's ambassador to Sweden welcomed the decision as a significant step against antisemitism.
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