Cluster: Geopolitics

Swiss stock market takes slight tumble as war in Middle East escalates

Middle East war causes stock market losses

This content was published on Mar 2, 2026 The Swiss Market Index (SMI) did not fall quite as sharply in early trading Monday as its key European counterparts.

Global health

Pandemics, electricity shortages considered biggest risks for Switzerland

This content was published on Mar 2, 2026 Earthquakes and heat waves are also among major hazards facing the country, a new analysis by federal officials shows.

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Debate flares over Swiss protecting power mandate in Iran

This content was published on Mar 2, 2026 Switzerland represents US interests in Iran — a long‑standing role now coming under scrutiny as tensions escalate in the Middle East.

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‘From holiday to stress’: Swiss travellers stranded across Gulf region

This content was published on Mar 2, 2026 Gulf states have closed their airspace as an emergency measure following strikes in Iran and retaliatory fire by the Islamic Republic.

Parmelin: 'deeply concerned' about escalation

Foreign Affairs

Swiss president ‘deeply concerned’ over escalation in Middle East

This content was published on Mar 2, 2026 Swiss President Guy Parmelin has expressed "deep concern" over the ongoing escalation in the Middle East, "a region where I was so warmly welcomed last month", he said.

Digital Democracy

Is Swiss AI a powerhouse for democracy?

This content was published on Mar 2, 2026 US cyber expert Bruce Schneier has high hopes for a Swiss AI model. Optimism is also growing in Switzerland, but not across the board.