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The public desecration of the Islamic holy book in both Sweden and Denmark has incited widespread protests in Muslim countries. According to Henrik Landerholm, the Swedish National Security Adviser, there are indications of an escalated threat to Sweden and its interests overseas, with the security situation having worsened.

In a statement, Landerholm revealed that terrorist factions have "called for attacks against Sweden," and the country has transitioned from being a "legitimate" target to a "priority target." He also noted that "[s]tates and other actors have helped amplify such messages," although he did not specify who these actors were, as per The Associated Press.

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Last month, the Swedish embassy in Baghdad was besieged by protestors following news of a planned Quran burning in Stockholm. The Swedish ambassador was subsequently expelled from Iraq, as reported by Express.

The incidents have drawn international condemnation, with Indonesia labeling the book burning as a "racist act of serious hate," and Morocco recalling its ambassador from Stockholm. In Afghanistan, the Taliban has prohibited Swedish activities, including aid work, in response to the Quran burnings, according to Express.

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A petition signed by over 60,000 individuals has been submitted to the UK Parliament, urging the government to denounce the burnings. A spokesperson for the U.K. Foreign Office responded by condemning the Quran burnings and acknowledging the global outrage expressed by Muslims, as reported by Express.

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CNN reports that freedom of speech is constitutionally protected in both Sweden and Denmark, countries known for their liberal and secular stance. Marten Schutlz, a law professor at Stockholm University, told CNN that Sweden's constitutional protection for freedom of expression is the strongest globally, surpassing even the United States' First Amendment.

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However, in light of the recent events, both Sweden and Denmark have indicated that they are considering legal measures to curb such demonstrations. Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen stated that they are seeking a legal solution to prevent Quran burnings in front of foreign embassies, as reported by CNN.

Similarly, Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson revealed that his government is reviewing the legal situation, including the Public Order Act, to enhance national security.