Swiss position

Swiss justice minister says EU repatriation rules lack clarity

Beat Jans fears excessive bureaucracy in repatriations

This content was published on Oct 15, 2025 Swiss justice minister warns that new EU repatriation rules may add bureaucracy.

A solidarity rally for Gaza in front of the Federal Palace in Bern in June 2025.

Foreign Affairs

Could voters decide whether Switzerland recognises Palestine?

This content was published on Oct 10, 2025 A committee wants to force the Swiss government to recognise Palestine as a state – by referendum. Is that possible?

People in streets of Tel Aviv, Israel, on October 9, 2025.

Swiss position

Switzerland ‘welcomes progress’ on Gaza peace plan

This content was published on Oct 9, 2025 Switzerland welcomes the first phase of an agreed peace plan for the Gaza Strip, Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis said on Thursday on X.

Geneva organisations

The Davos set in decline: can the World Economic Forum save itself?

This content was published on Oct 9, 2025 Battered by scandal, the Swiss-based WEF faces a moment of crisis. Insiders say its future may depend on the success of next year’s meeting.

Global trade

UBS fund holds 30% exposure linked to First Brands

This content was published on Oct 8, 2025 Switzerland’s largest bank has multiple investments tied to bankrupt auto parts maker.

Global trade

UBS gaining support for compromise on Swiss capital rules

This content was published on Oct 3, 2025 Liberal and right-wing lawmakers and lobbyists are discussing proposal that could slash capital increase by $10 billion or more.

Sevastopol in the Crimea in May 1944, the war is over. This photo has the title: "Life goes on".

Foreign Affairs

Why studying Eastern European history is so political

This content was published on Oct 3, 2025 The subject has always been heavily dependent on political cycles. An analysis by Eastern European historian Fabian Baumann.

Federal Councillor Pfister warns of security policy risks

War & peace

Swiss defence minister warns of growing security risks

This content was published on Oct 2, 2025 Swiss defence minister urges investment in drone and air defence to counter rising security risks.

Swiss diplomacy

Recognition of Palestine a ‘leverage best used later’: Swiss foreign minister

This content was published on Sep 25, 2025 For the Swiss government, the time has not yet come to officially recognise Palestine, said foreign minister Ignazio Cassis.

A Palestinian flag flutters amid the ruins of buildings in Beit Lahia in the northern Gaza Strip on March 4, 2025, amid the ongoing truce between Israel and Hamas.

Swiss diplomacy

Why Switzerland doesn’t recognise Palestine as a state

This content was published on Sep 24, 2025 Around 150 countries – or three-quarters of UN member states – recognise Palestinian statehood. Switzerland, for various reasons, is not one of them.

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