04:00 PM·immigration
Swiss Court Orders Refugee Families Back to Greece
Federal Administrative Court rules refugee families must return to Greece despite challenging conditions, marking shift in asylum policy
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UN Geneva Launches New Afghanistan Rights Investigation
Human Rights Council establishes independent mechanism to investigate alleged violations in Afghanistan, focusing on Taliban restrictions on women's rights.
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08:00 AM·justice
Swiss justice system faces scrutiny over international crimes cases
Despite promises to prioritize international crime cases, Switzerland's handling of universal jurisdiction cases continues to face criticism for delays and alleged political interference.
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08:00 AM·human rights
Foreign dissidents face surveillance and threats on Swiss soil
Egyptian, Chinese and Russian dissidents report being tracked and threatened in Switzerland, raising concerns about transnational repression in the human rights hub.
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08:00 AM·media
Nobel Laureate Muratov Discusses Truth in Digital Age
Russian Nobel Peace Prize winner Dmitry Muratov shares insights on journalism and freedom of speech in exclusive Swiss interview.
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08:00 AM·crime
Switzerland identifies 201 human trafficking victims in 2024
Annual report reveals stable but concerning numbers in human trafficking cases, with victims from 54 different countries.
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08:00 AM·crime
Human Trafficking in Switzerland: 201 New Victims Identified in 2024
New report reveals concerning human trafficking statistics in Switzerland, with victims from 54 countries and multiple forms of exploitation identified.
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12:00 PM·crime
Switzerland Reports 200 New Human Trafficking Cases in 2024
Swiss Platform against Human Trafficking identifies 201 new victims from 54 countries, with Nigeria, Colombia and Hungary as top source countries, highlighting growing concerns about exploitation.
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12:00 PM·sports
ECHR Rules Against Switzerland in Landmark Semenya Case
European Court of Human Rights upholds 2023 decision finding Switzerland violated South African athlete Caster Semenya's right to fair trial in sports regulation dispute.
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08:00 AM·international relations
UN Rights Council Faces Activity Cuts Amid Cash Crisis
Geneva-based Human Rights Council announces suspension of various 2025-2026 activities due to UN cash flow problems, affecting multiple investigation reports.
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12:00 PM·international affairs
UN Human Rights Council Faces Activity Cuts Amid Cash Crisis
Geneva-based UN Human Rights Council announces suspension of multiple activities for 2025-2026 due to severe funding shortages, impacting global human rights monitoring
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12:00 PM·international relations
UN Expert Accuses Glencore of Complicity with Israel, Demands Business Halt
UN Special Rapporteur calls out Swiss commodities giant Glencore for alleged involvement in Israeli operations, escalating international pressure on Swiss businesses.
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12:00 PM·society
Switzerland Advances Disability Rights with New Inclusion Measures
Government launches consultation on comprehensive proposal to boost disability inclusion, responding to nationwide initiative.
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12:00 PM·human rights
Historic Recognition: Switzerland Acknowledges Past Persecution of Yenish People
Swiss government officially recognizes historical persecution of Yenish nomadic community as crime against humanity, marking significant step in addressing past injustices.
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08:00 AM·business
Swiss Companies Face New Corporate Responsibility Requirements
New initiative demands stricter accountability for Swiss companies' human rights and environmental impacts both domestically and abroad
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08:00 AM·business
New Corporate Responsibility Initiative Launches in Switzerland
Fresh initiative seeks to hold Swiss companies accountable for human rights and environmental impacts globally, following previous referendum attempt.
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04:00 PM·crime
Major Human Trafficking Ring Busted in Swiss-Romanian Operation
Swiss and Romanian authorities arrest 18 suspects, including 5 in Switzerland, in coordinated operation against trafficking network targeting vulnerable women.
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08:00 AM·business
New Corporate Responsibility Initiative Challenges Swiss Business Standards
Fresh initiative seeks to establish stricter accountability for Swiss companies' global human rights and environmental impacts.
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08:00 AM·business
New Push for Corporate Accountability in Switzerland
Fresh initiative launched to hold Swiss companies accountable for human rights and environmental impacts globally, following previous referendum attempt.
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12:00 PM·crime
Human Trafficking Cases Rise in Switzerland with 208 Victims Seeking Help
Swiss support center FIZ reports 208 confirmed trafficking victims in 2024, with sexual exploitation accounting for majority of cases.
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Swiss health authorities record early spike in flu cases
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Swiss parliament tightens screws on "problem" wolves
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Swiss business group anticipates subdued economic growth
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Swiss inflation drops to zero in November
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Swiss public sceptical over US tariff deal: survey
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Swiss AI shows bias despite transparency efforts
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Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
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Swiss lawmakers vote to ease weapons exports
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Swiss lawmakers aim to ease weapons exports
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Donors pledge $1.16 billion to Geneva-based UNHCR
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OECD praises integration of immigrants in Switzerland
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Swiss lawmakers agree on China trade framework
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Swiss army has 'gone back to sleep", says outgoing chief
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Swiss intelligence snooping violates constitution: court ruling
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Medicines 'never more expensive in Switzerland'
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