Study Reveals Widespread Harassment of Swiss Politicians
New survey shows 98% of federal parliamentarians have experienced hostility, with members of the Swiss People's Party and Greens most affected.

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New survey shows 98% of federal parliamentarians have experienced hostility, with members of the Swiss People's Party and Greens most affected.

Survey reveals 98% of federal parliamentarians experienced hostility in past two years, with right-wing and Green party members most affected.

Exiled Russians in Switzerland protest participation of Putin-aligned parliamentarians at Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly in Geneva, citing concerns over democracy and neutrality.

Swiss MP raises alarm over increasing crime rates and perceived leniency in criminal justice system

Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis hosts Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Bellinzona for fourth round of strategic talks, commemorating 75th anniversary of Swiss-Chinese diplomatic relations.

Coalition submits 65,672 signatures for referendum against individual taxation, setting stage for potential March 2026 vote on controversial tax reform.

Swiss government extends S status protection until 2027 while introducing regional distinctions for new applicants based on safety conditions in Ukraine.

Authorities intervene after unauthorized demonstration of 800 protesters attempts to enter Geneva train station, marking tensions in diplomatic hub.

Nationwide student demonstrations erupt against proposed doubling of university registration fees, as petition challenging higher education austerity measures reaches Federal Chancellery.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino calls for peace while maintaining organization cannot solve geopolitical issues, addressing mounting pressure regarding Israeli football federation.

New initiative launches in Zurich to make voting accessible for blind and visually impaired citizens through specialized voting templates, with nationwide rollout planned.

President Keller-Sutter emphasizes need for strong European economy at EPC summit, expressing concerns over continental debt levels

Defense Minister Martin Pfister emerges as most popular cabinet member while intelligence service faces staffing challenges

New poll shows 68% of Swiss residents favor transitioning to a single national health insurance system, as premium costs continue to strain households

Swiss Senate approves initiative to monitor margins across food value chain, aiming to address price disparities between producers and consumers

New legislation to monitor foreign state investments in critical Swiss sectors gains parliamentary support

Swiss Senate approves higher license fee share for local radio and TV stations

Swiss Senate approves return to double surnames, marking significant shift in naming rights policy

Swiss parliament backs new regulations to screen foreign state investments in critical sectors like military equipment and healthcare

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