Sweden's PM Ulf Kristersson resigns after left-wing bloc secures narrow victory in election, with 176 seats to right-wing bloc's 173. Kristersson's resignation follows close vote count, setting stage for new government formation.
Kristersson announced resignation after election results, citing need to allow new government to start. Left-wing bloc, led by former PM Magdalena Andersson, faces challenges in forming coalition due to internal divisions. Andersson's Social Democrats, though largest single party, must reconcile differences with Left Party and Centre Party.
The election result marks a shift towards left-wing governance in Sweden, with former PM Andersson aiming to reclaim leadership. However, formation of government remains complex due to ideological splits within the left-leaning bloc. Sweden Democrats, a far-right party, saw decline in support for first time since 2010.
Kristersson's resignation and the election outcome highlight challenges in Swedish political landscape, with new government formation pending. The result could signal broader trend in Europe towards left-wing governance, though challenges remain in forming stable coalition.