Mass Shooting at Örebro Adult School Leaves 11 Dead

On February 4, 2025, a mass shooting at the Risbergska School in Örebro, Sweden, resulted in at least 11 fatalities, marking the deadliest school shooting in the country's history. The attacker, who was also killed, was not known to authorities and had no apparent ties to gangs or terrorism. Eyewitness accounts describe a chaotic scene, with many students sheltering in classrooms and some attempting to aid injured classmates. Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson condemned the violence, expressing disbelief over the tragedy in a nation known for strict gun laws. Police have indicated that there is no evidence of ideological motives and have cautioned against misinformation circulating on social media. The incident has sparked a nationwide conversation about gun violence and safety in educational institutions.