The country 's immigration policies have `` shattered '' Swedish society , Jimmie Akesson says after victory . Sweden has become a magnet for migrants from the Middle East and Africa who are fleeing conflict in their home countries or seeking better opportunities elsewhere in Europe. The leader of the opposition coalition admits defeat . The anti-immigration Sweden Democrats party gains parliamentary seats .
The country 's immigration policies have `` shattered '' Swedish society , Jimmie Akesson says after victory . Sweden 's ruling coalition wins a second term , but not an overall majority . The leader of the opposition coalition admits defeat . The anti-immigration Sweden Democrats party gains parliamentary seats .