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Millions of dollars linked to Magnitsky fraud case leave Switzerland

This content was published on Apr 18, 2026 A Russian citizen who held funds in Switzerland linked to a global tax fraud case wired at least CHF6 million from his UBS accounts. Our investigation shows a recent court ruling could have led to the confiscation of some of those funds.

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How Switzerland got caught in the Magnitsky case – again

This content was published on Apr 18, 2026 Switzerland’s controversial handling of the Magnitsky Affair, a vast Russian money-laundering scheme, is back in focus.

Foreign Affairs

Russian billionaire Melnichenko appeals Swiss sanctions

This content was published on Apr 16, 2026 Melnichenko launches court bid to remove him from Swiss list of sanctioned Russian oligarchs.

Switzerland joins other countries in calling for protection for aid workers in Lebanon

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Switzerland calls for end to Lebanon violence

This content was published on Apr 10, 2026 Switzerland among seven countries calling for immediate end to fighting in Lebanon.

International Geneva

UN Human Rights Council condemns Iran over Hormuz blockade

This content was published on Mar 25, 2026 UN Human Rights Council condemns Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz and calls for swift reparations.

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The dramatic freezing of Ferdinand Marcos’s assets in Switzerland

This content was published on Mar 24, 2026 Forty years ago Switzerland froze the assets of toppled Philippine president Ferdinand Marcos – a turning point regarding assets of politically exposed people.

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Foreign Affairs

Truth or tale: can any foreigner place millions at a Swiss bank?

This content was published on Mar 24, 2026 Scandals featuring foreign despots hiding assets in Switzerland have prompted Swissinfo readers to ask if anyone can really place large sums of money in the country's banks.

Federal Council authorises US overflights in connection with war in Iran

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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.

Swiss Politics

Swiss government opts against crackdown on honorary consuls and shady dealings

This content was published on Mar 9, 2026 Despite a series of dubious incidents involving foreign honorary consuls in Switzerland, the government has decided against tightening oversight.

Neutrality

Swiss neutrality: government faces difficult decision over Mideast conflict

This content was published on Mar 4, 2026 If the conflict involving Iran drags on, Switzerland may have to apply its law of neutrality. This could restrict military overflights and arms exports to the United States.

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