Switzerland steps up security at Israeli embassy in Bern
Switzerland is strengthening security measures at the Israeli embassy in Bern and the Israeli consulate in Geneva in light of Saturday’s attacks on Israel by the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas and Israel's retaliatory bombardments, the Federal Office of Police (FEDPOL) confirmed on Sunday.
The federal police have asked the cantonal police forces to make the necessary adjustments, a FEDPOL spokesperson told the Keystone-ATS news agency. However, FEDPOL refuses to reveal any details to avoid compromising the security and effectiveness of the measures.
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Security has been tightened in France, Germany and Britain around synagogues, Jewish schools and memorials.
In Switzerland, the protection of religious institutions is in principle the responsibility of the cantonal police. Some institutions, such as schools and synagogues, receive financial support for protection measures. In 2023, 19 organisations received such financial support, according to FEDPOL.
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