
Child soldiers & blood feuds: Sweden's growing gang wars
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Rise of Gang Culture in Sweden
The chapter explores the surge of gang violence in Sweden, with a focus on the factors contributing to this rise, including the lack of Swedish language learning among migrant-background students and increasing segregation in schools. It reflects on the speaker's childhood experiences devoid of organized crime and violence, contrasting with the current atmosphere of gang conflicts and shootings. The narrative highlights the grave concerns of the Prime Minister regarding the unprecedented levels of gang violence, involving child soldiers, deadly shootings, explosions, and the disturbing trend of violence pervading society.
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