Neutrality

Why Switzerland stopped short of formally sanctioning Ukraine

Two soldiers are guarding a building, with the flags of Ukraine and Switzerland in front of them

This content was published on May 8, 2026 Swiss neutrality is often misunderstood. An analysis shows how Switzerland’s response to the war against Ukraine divides the Swiss and puzzles outsiders.

The Swiss Army takes part in a NATO exercise in Greece

Foreign Affairs

Swiss Army takes part in NATO exercise in Greece

This content was published on May 4, 2026 Swiss army to take part in NATO's multinational 'Tiger Meet' exercise

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War in outer space is coming: Why Switzerland should play a role

This content was published on Apr 23, 2026 The risk of military escalation in space is growing. Switzerland should take a stance on this issue, writes Clémence Piorier.

Several US overflight requests rejected by the federal government

Neutrality

Neutral Switzerland denies airspace for US military flights to Iran

This content was published on Apr 1, 2026 Switzerland rejects US requests to use airspace for Iran military operations.

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Swiss parliament votes down direct counter-proposal to neutrality initiative

This content was published on Mar 19, 2026 Swiss neutrality will not be defined further in the Constitution, after the two chambers of parliament turned down a direct counter-proposal to the so-called neutrality initiative.

Iranians walk past an anti-US billboard at Enqelab Square in Tehran, Iran, February 16, 2026. EPA/ABEDIN TAHERKENAREH

Foreign Affairs

As Middle East conflict rages, Swiss tradition of uniting adversaries is changing

This content was published on Mar 16, 2026 Switzerland’s military neutrality has long enabled it to facilitate communication between adversaries and help settle their disputes. But this traditional role is being tested as international relations grow increasingly turbulent.

Federal Council authorises US overflights in connection with war in Iran

Swiss position

Switzerland refuses two US requests for flyovers linked to Iran war

This content was published on Mar 15, 2026 The government approved three flyover requests from the United States in connection with the war in Iran. Two other requests were rejected.

Council of States insists on counter-proposal to neutrality initiative

Swiss Politics

Swiss Senate insists on counter-proposal to neutrality initiative

This content was published on Mar 12, 2026 Swiss Senate narrowly supports a counter-proposal to the neutrality initiative.

The Elbit defence company manufactures drones, among other things.

War & peace

Swiss firms exported dual-use goods to Israel during Gaza conflict

This content was published on Mar 12, 2026 Between 2024 and 2025, several dozen Swiss companies continued to sell goods with potential military use to Israel despite intensified UN criticism of its offensive in Gaza.

Swiss neutrality is once again coming into focus in the wake of the Middle East conflict - political decisions are still pending.

Foreign Affairs

Where Switzerland stands on the Iran war

This content was published on Mar 11, 2026 Neutral Switzerland's position in the Middle East conflict is sensitive regarding the United States.

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