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Swiss government procures tactical multi-mission radar from Italian manufacturer Leonardo to strengthen lower airspace surveillance capabilities.
Swiss government announces procurement of mobile short-range radar from Italian manufacturer Leonardo to enhance lower airspace surveillance capabilities
Switzerland announces CHF850 million investment in military space capabilities, aiming to reduce dependence on foreign suppliers.
Federal government approves creation of military space research center starting 2026, aiming to reduce dependence on foreign satellite technologies.
Ukrainian President reveals discovery of Swiss-manufactured parts in Russian military drones, raising concerns about export controls and neutral Switzerland's role in international conflicts.
Switzerland is investing in new semi-mobile defense systems to detect and counter minidrones, with a CHF108 million budget allocated for protecting military infrastructure and supporting civil authorities.
Military leadership warns of increasing drone surveillance risks to critical infrastructure, announces upcoming counter-drone defense systems
Poll reveals 63% of Swiss citizens want new referendum on fighter jet procurement following significant cost increases
Swiss lawmakers vote against CHF1 billion additional funding for anti-aircraft ammunition, citing financial constraints amid debate over military preparedness.
Swiss Parliament backs government initiative to negotiate security and defense partnership with European Union, marking potential shift in military cooperation policy.
Defense ministry proceeds with ADS-15 drone procurement but drops three key functionalities after technical challenges.
Swiss defense department announces all 17 top military projects, including F-35 procurement, will be monitored by external consultants from 2026 in major oversight shift.
Swiss government reveals price negotiations with US failed to maintain original CHF6B deal for F-35 fighters, forcing evaluation of costlier options.
Senior Swiss military officer suspended and recalled from OSCE posting in Vienna following allegations of passing sensitive information to Russia in 2024.
Swiss military capabilities set to expand with acquisition of five IRIS-T SLM medium-range air-defence systems from Germany, marking significant upgrade to national security infrastructure.
Military equipment exports reach CHF358 million in first half of 2025, raising concerns about arms sales to authoritarian regimes
After repeated delays and technical failures, Swiss military officials contemplate cancelling major drone procurement project with Israeli company Elbit.
Switzerland joins 29 European states in denouncing systematic Russian interference with civilian satellite communications, citing serious safety concerns for air and sea navigation.
Switzerland signals interest in exploring security and defense cooperation with EU, particularly focusing on joint armaments procurement while maintaining neutrality.
Federal Council approves exploration of security cooperation with EU, emphasizing compatibility with neutrality and potential joint defense procurement opportunities.
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