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Demonstrations Swiss take to the streets against Amazon wildfires

Several hundred people in various Swiss cities have taken part in demonstrations against the destruction of large forest areas.

This content was published on August 23, 2019 5:56 PM Aug 23, 2019 - 17:56

'Smile for the future' Lausanne environment activists call for action on global warming

An international summit of young climate activists has called for concrete measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

This content was published on August 9, 2019 4:28 PM Aug 9, 2019 - 16:28

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Diplomacy Swiss-brokered peace treaty signed in Mozambique

A “historic” peace deal, guided by Swiss diplomats, has been signed between government and opposition forces in Mozambique.

This content was published on August 6, 2019 9:43 PM Aug 6, 2019 - 21:43

100 years of multilateralism From the League to the UN: ending Swiss isolationism

One hundred years ago, Switzerland was facing a profound decision whether to vote to join the League of Nations with Geneva as its headquarters.

By Simon Bradley

Daniel D. Switzerland’s ‘most dangerous jihadist’ captured in Syria

The Geneva native turned Islamic State fighter was captured last month in the eastern Syrian town of Al-Baghuz.

This content was published on July 22, 2019 6:37 PM Jul 22, 2019 - 18:37

Appeal Climate protestors take their case to court

Environmental activists have announced they will challenge in court their summary punishments for blocking access to Swiss banks last week.

This content was published on July 19, 2019 3:10 PM Jul 19, 2019 - 15:10

Diplomatic appointment Swiss named UN head’s personal envoy for Mozambique

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Mirko Manzoni, the Swiss ambassador in Maputo, as his personal envoy for Mozambique.

This content was published on July 9, 2019 10:57 AM Jul 9, 2019 - 10:57

100 years ago Switzerland, the League of Nations, and the shadow of revolution

The League of Nations was founded 100 years ago, with Geneva as its headquarters, in response to the First World War. 

By Frédéric Burnand in Geneva

War materials Air defence parts can be returned to Saudi Arabia, says Swiss ministry

Parts for Saudi Arabia’s air defence systems, which have been repaired in Switzerland, can be re-exported back to the Gulf state. 

This content was published on July 4, 2019 4:47 PM Jul 4, 2019 - 16:47

Disruptive conduct Former Syrian mayor expelled from Geneva hospital

The former mayor of Eastern Aleppo, who has been on hunger strike, has been expelled from a Geneva hospital and fined after a clash with staff. 

This content was published on July 3, 2019 4:52 PM Jul 3, 2019 - 16:52

Justice options  What should be done with foreigners who joined Islamic State?

A look at the options and the challenges for states when dealing with citizens who have been linked to the Islamic State.

By Julia Crawford

Paul Biya Violent scenes outside Geneva hotel of Cameroon president

Swiss police have used force to disperse around 250 people who were demonstrating against the presence in Geneva of Cameroonian President Paul Biya.

This content was published on June 29, 2019 3:32 PM Jun 29, 2019 - 15:32

Geneva incident  Swiss complain to Cameroon over ‘unacceptable’ journalist attack

Switzerland has complained to Cameroon following an attack on a Swiss public television journalist in Geneva on Wednesday.

This content was published on June 28, 2019 12:05 PM Jun 28, 2019 - 12:05

Diplomacy Switzerland mediates in Cameroon crisis

Switzerland is acting as a facilitator in the crisis in north-western and south-western Cameroon at the request of the parties involved.

This content was published on June 28, 2019 11:20 AM Jun 28, 2019 - 11:20

People’s initiative Voters to have final say on arms export ban

Campaigners for a ban on Swiss arms exports have handed in the necessary number of signatures to force a nationwide vote on the issue.

This content was published on June 24, 2019 6:36 PM Jun 24, 2019 - 18:36

Good offices Iran protests to Swiss envoy over US drone airspace ‘violation’

Iran has reportedly protested to the Swiss envoy in Tehran over what Iran said was a violation of its airspace by a US drone. 

This content was published on June 21, 2019 10:30 AM Jun 21, 2019 - 10:30

direct democracy monitor Democracy in action, from Hong Kong to Switzerland

The latest updates on Swiss and international democracy movements.

By Domhnall O'Sullivan & Bruno Kaufmann

equal treatment Huge turnout for women’s strike in Switzerland

Women across Switzerland have taken to the streets on Friday to demand equal treatment and conditions compared with their male counterparts.

This content was published on June 14, 2019 9:39 PM Jun 14, 2019 - 21:39

Stats behind the women's strike Minding the gap between the sexes in Switzerland

Equal rights may be enshrined in the constitution, but from the workplace to the home, inequality between men and women persists.

By Kai Reusser (graphics) and Sonia Fenazzi (text)

Feminism Why Swiss women are back on strike today

On June 14, 1991, half a million women in Switzerland joined the first women’s strike. Nearly 30 years later, they’re mobilising again.

By Andrea Tognina

Far to go Decades after war, Kosovo shapes up with Swiss support

Twenty years after the end of the war in Kosovo, the young republic still faces serious challenges, but there are many signs of progress.

By Julie Hunt