Kristersson's Exit Sets Stage for Swedish Shift The swift resignation of Ulf Kristersson as Sweden's Prime Minister is a stark reminder that even majorities can be fleeting in modern politics.
The election loss to the centre left opposition has left his right wing bloc reeling, with 173 seats against their opponents' 176.
Kristersson's decision to step aside rather than fight on has been seen by some as a failure of leadership. However, others may view it as a pragmatic move to avoid prolonging the agony of an unwinnable situation.