Russia has violated the rights of Ukrainian people since invading its neighbour a year ago, said Cassis in a speech to mark the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948.
“Never again should a state be allowed to deprive individuals of their fundamental rights and freedoms,” said Cassis. “Regrettably, since 1948, the world has been accumulating ‘agains’.”
Russian occupiers have been accused of the indiscriminate killings of Ukrainian civilians and condemned for targeting electricity and water infrastructure with a bombing campaign.
Protein in abdominal fat could help shape obesity treatment
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The study analysed fat cells from different locations in the body, and found that those in the abdomen have unique properties.
North African asylum claims fall after rapid Swiss processing
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The accelerated procedure, now out of its test phase, has resulted in a significant drop in applications from North African countries.
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The artist's song "The Code" focuses on their journey as a nonbinary individual. It is one of the favourites to win this year's contest.
Swiss climate activists block vehicles near Gotthard tunnel
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Around ten climate activists briefly blocked the A2 motorway near the northern entrance of the Gotthard tunnel on Thursday.
Watches belonging to Michael Schumacher up for auction
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Schumacher's family is auctioning off eight rare watches from his collection in Geneva. The Christie's auction will take place on Monday.
Joya Marleen and Baschi named best solo acts at Swiss Music Awards
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St. Gallen singer Joya Marleen and Baschi from Basel were named artists of the year at the Swiss Music Awards 2024 on Wednesday night.
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Irwin Cotler: ‘Russia is in standing breach of the Genocide Convention’
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Lawyer Irwin Cotler is drafting a proposal for a special criminal tribunal for Ukraine. He believes Switzerland can play a part in achieving justice.
Special tribunal should prosecute Russia’s crimes in Ukraine, says Swiss lawmaker
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Peace is not possible in Ukraine without justice, says Swiss parliamentarian Damien Cottier, who works at the Council of Europe.
Carla Del Ponte: Putin’s crime of aggression ‘has already been proven’
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Former international prosecutor Carla Del Ponte says Russian President Vladimir Putin is responsible for the crime of aggression in Ukraine.
War in Ukraine to take centre stage at UN Human Rights Council
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The UN Human Rights Council convenes in Geneva from Monday for what should be a record session, both in terms of length and attendance.
Switzerland cannot remain neutral over war, says Ukrainian ambassador
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Switzerland cannot remain neutral in the face of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, says Ukraine’s ambassador to Switzerland.
Switzerland already makes itself useful in the UN Security Council
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Switzerland and Brazil are responsible for a compromise that will guarantee emergency aid deliveries to Syria for another six months.
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