Swiss Global Influence: Beyond Banking and Diplomacy
Simonetta SommarugaPresident, Swiss Confederation When Simonetta Sommaruga began her term as president of the Swiss Confederation in January…
Swiss Soft Power: Beyond Neutrality and Chocolate Diplomacy
Many states across the world strive to be “a Switzerland”. There is the “Switzerland of Central America”, which…
Galuzin calls for Geneva talks to move from Switzerland/JAMnews
Russia has again called for the Geneva International Discussions on Security and Stability in the South Caucasus to…
The Notions of “Non-Belligerent” and “Other States not Parties to the Conflict” in the Geneva Conventions and Additional Protocol I
The Geneva Conventions (GCs) and Additional Protocol I (AP I) include obligations for neutral States. However, the wording…
Switzerland demonstrated neutrality by banning arms sales to the US
Against the backdrop of armed conflicts in the Middle East, unexpected and sensational political steps are being observed…
Switzerland Halts Arms Exports Amidst Iran Conflict
Switzerland announced on Friday its decision to halt arms export licenses to the United States, citing the…
Switzerland Stalls U.S. Arms Exports Amid Iran Conflict
Switzerland has announced a significant policy decision, opting against issuing licenses for companies to export weapons to…
Switzerland Blocks U.S. Military Planes from Airspace Amid Neutrality Concerns
Switzerland has recently drawn global attention after refusing to allow certain United States military aircraft to pass through…
Swiss reject 2 flyover requests from US for flights related to Iran war, permits 3 others, World News
FRANKFURT — The Swiss government said on Saturday (March 14) that it discussed requests by US military and…
Switzerland closes airspace for US military planes amid Iran war, cites neutrality
Switzerland announced closing its airspace for US military flights amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, citing…
What It Felt Like to Be Visibly Jewish in Switzerland
Antisemitism doesn’t always scream. Sometimes it can feel like a subtle chill down your neck — not quite…