Kiruna has to move again to give space to her mine

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A third of the population – 2,700 homes and 6,000 people – must move through the extension of the state mine

If you thought government overreach couldn’t get any worse, think again! In the Swedish Arctic Municipality of Kiruna, the government has kicked into high gear to forcibly relocate a staggering one-third of its residents. Yes, you heard me right—over 2,700 homes and 6,000 people are now pawns in the grand expansion plans of the world’s largest underground mineral mine!

This shocking move comes as Kiruna endures a forced metamorphosis that began in 2004, as city officials bend over backward to accommodate LKAB, the state-owned mining company. As LKAB announces fresh forecasts hinting at their greedy ambitions, we are left asking—what about the *real* people affected by this calamity? Does the government even care?

“I urge the Swedish government to contact the municipality of Kiruna as soon as possible,” declared Mats Taeniku, the municipal leader, demanding action at a recent press conference. “We cannot get ahead without the help of the State and the government in this situation!”

What’s next, folks? A mass exodus for the sake of mineral profits? This is tyranny disguised as economic progress! If those in power really cared, they would prioritize the needs of the citizens rather than siding with corporations. In a newly inaugurated commercial area just 3 kilometers away from the old center, historic landmarks are being uprooted like weeds, with the iconic city church already relocated on wheels. Talk about a slap in the face to local heritage!

Now, the Swedish Minister of Energy, Ebba Busch, is entering the fray, telling us the government is aware of Kiruna’s plight. However, their promises ring hollow as they state that they will help prioritize among “different national interests.” Is that really what we need—a government that prioritizes businesses over individuals?

LKAB’s sheer audacity: They claim they will participate in compensation, but at what cost to the community?
Job security or exploitation? Sure, LKAB may invest, but who will they invest in? Not the displaced families!
Dependence on “dangerous states”: Why is our raw material supply chain being jeopardized by this utopian fantasy of mining dominance?

It’s time for citizens to wake up and see this situation for what it is: an obliteration of their homes and livelihoods—all under the guise of progress. Will the brave residents of Kiruna stand up against this corporate machine, or will they be silenced by the promise of jobs and economic growth?

The clock is ticking, and the future of Kiruna hangs in the balance. Stand up for your rights, or be prepared to say goodbye to your community!

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