Sweden’s Prime Minister Andersson Tests Positive for COVID-19

Sweden's Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson presents COVID-19 restrictions during a news conference in Stockholm, Sweden, on Jan. 10, 2022. TT News Agency/Marko Saavala via Reuters

Swedish Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson has tested positive for COVID-19, her office confirmed on Friday.

The Swedish leader had taken part in a debate in Parliament with other party leaders earlier this week and at least two other top politicians have also tested positive since.