Sweden plans to tighten its gun legislation in the aftermath of this week's fatal school shooting in the city of Örebro, according to a statement from the Swedish government published on Friday. "The horrific act of violence in Örebro raises several key issues regarding gun control legislation,

For Sweden, the tragedy in Örebro may serve as a turning point in its approach to gun control. In the US, however, the cycle of violence and legislative inaction is set to continue

The king and queen visited the scene of the tragic event that occurred on Tuesday and Swedish flags were flown at half-mast to honor the victims.