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Swiss want strong army and closer ties with NATO

The Swiss want a strong army and closer ties with NATO

This content was published on Jun 17, 2025 The Swiss population is in favour of compulsory military service and closer ties with NATO. These are the findings of the "Security 2025" study.

Irregular migration halved compared to the previous year

Irregular migration to Switzerland halves year-on-year

This content was published on Jun 17, 2025 Irregular migration to Switzerland has decreased significantly. The figures from January to May show that only half as many illegal stays were recorded compared to the same period last year.

UNHCR to cut around 3,500 jobs worldwide

This content was published on Jun 17, 2025 The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is to cut around 3,500 jobs as a result of financial cuts linked in particular to US decisions. Hundreds of temporary contracts will also be cut, the UN agency said in Geneva on Monday.

Confederation to relieve cantons in the enforcement of expulsions

Swiss government to help cantons expel rejected asylum-seekers

This content was published on Jun 17, 2025 The federal government is to provide greater relief and support to the cantons when it comes to deporting people who are not entitled to asylum in Switzerland.

One in four people in Switzerland is frequently stressed

Quarter of Swiss frequently stressed

This content was published on Jun 17, 2025 One in four people in Switzerland feels stressed often or almost always. Among the under-30s, the figure is as high as 40%.

The permafrost in Switzerland has thawed further

Permafrost in Switzerland continues to thaw

This content was published on Jun 17, 2025 The permafrost in the Swiss Alps is thawing faster and faster. The thawed top layers of permafrost have never been as thick as they were last year. This is shown by the latest data from the Swiss permafrost monitoring network Permos.

Landslide in Blatten VS causes 320 million francs in damage

Landslide in Blatten causes CHF320 million in damage

This content was published on Jun 17, 2025 The landslide in Blatten VS and the resulting floods caused damage totalling CHF 320 million. Around CHF 260 million of this was due to damage to buildings and household contents, according to estimates by Swiss private insurers.

Swiss village of Brienz closed due to landslide risk

This content was published on Jun 17, 2025 The Graubünden village of Brienz was closed again on Monday due to the risk of landslides.

Failure to render assistance in the event of rape remains unpunishable

Failure to help rape victims remains unpunishable in Switzerland

This content was published on Jun 17, 2025 Failing to come to the aid of a rape victim will remain unpunishable in Switzerland.

Switzerland leapfrpogs Singapore and Hong Kong in the new ranking

Switzerland regains crown as world’s most competitive nation

This content was published on Jun 17, 2025 Switzerland ranked world's most competitive nation, having previously lost crown to Nordic and Asian rivals.

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