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Iran war expected to negatively impact Swiss tourism
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May 7, 2026
Middle East war will lead to a “moderate decline” in overnight hotel stays in Switzerland.
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War & peace
Iran war squeezes Swiss gas imports
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May 7, 2026
Iran war and blocked Strait of Hormuz pose risks to Swiss electricity supply.
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Workplace
Middle East conflict boosts SWISS Q1 figures
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May 6, 2026
SWISS posts a strong first quarter, with higher revenues and profits driven by surging demand linked to the Middle East conflict, especially on Asian routes.
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Geneva honours Palestinian and Ugandan cartoonists for defending rights
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May 4, 2026
Safaa Odah and Jimmy “Spire” Sseetongo are winners of the Prix international de dessin de presse.
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Foreign Affairs
Swiss foreign minister speaks with Iranian counterpart
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May 1, 2026
Swiss foreign minister has telephone call with Iranian counterpart.
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Humanitarian aid
ICRC president urges respect for humanitarian law in Iran
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Apr 30, 2026
ICRC urges respect for humanitarian law in Iran to prevent catastrophe.
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Energy transition
How the war in Iran is affecting Swiss consumers
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Apr 30, 2026
Two months of war in Iran have sent shockwaves through global energy markets and economies. Switzerland has so far escaped the worst – but the fallout is starting to be felt.
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Swiss democracy
Swiss lawmakers reject recognition of Palestine
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Apr 28, 2026
Swiss parliamentary chamber rejects attempt to force Switzerland to recognise state of Palestine.
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Foreign Affairs
Switzerland begins gradual reopening of embassy in Iran
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Apr 24, 2026
A small team has resumed work at the Swiss embassy in Iran, the Swiss foreign ministry announced on Friday.
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Global trade
Swiss oil traders anticipate high prices and strong profits
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Apr 24, 2026
The Iran war and subsequent blockade of the Strait of Hormuz are driving up energy prices.
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International cooperation
Why Switzerland joined Trump-friendly FIFA to fund mini pitches in Palestine
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Apr 21, 2026
Switzerland and FIFA are building mini pitches for children in Palestine, despite continued violence and humanitarians struggling to meet people’s basic needs.
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