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The Swiss government says federal legislation against conversion practices would be preferable to the current patchwork of cantonal rules. It has condemned practices intended to change sexual orientation and warned of associated risks including psychological distress, anxiety and depression.
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Swiss law
Switzerland’s Federal Administrative Court has upheld the revocation of citizenship in a case involving support for terrorism, despite the risk that the person could become stateless. The ruling raises important questions about denaturalisation, proportionality and the limits of citizenship law.
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geopolitics
The Kremlin has proscribed 'Future Russia - Switzerland', a Geneva-based human rights group, as an 'undesirable organisation'. This move is part of an accelerating trend by Russia to target exiles and foreign groups, effectively banning the organization and exposing its supporters to prosecution.
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LGBTIQ+
A new university study reveals a worrying trend for Switzerland's queer community, showing a rise in physical violence and widespread feelings of being unsafe. The report notes that gender minorities are disproportionately affected and many fear that hard-won legal rights and social acceptance could erode.
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Iran
In response to the ongoing violent repression of protests in Iran, the Swiss State Secretariat for Migration (SEM) has frozen the expulsion of Iranian nationals, including rejected asylum-seekers, granting them provisional admission.
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international affairs
Human Rights Council establishes independent mechanism to investigate alleged violations in Afghanistan, focusing on Taliban restrictions on women's rights.
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immigration
Federal Administrative Court rules refugee families must return to Greece despite challenging conditions, marking shift in asylum policy
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justice
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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human rights
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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media
Russian Nobel Peace Prize winner Dmitry Muratov shares insights on journalism and freedom of speech in exclusive Swiss interview.
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crime
Annual report reveals stable but concerning numbers in human trafficking cases, with victims from 54 different countries.
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crime
New report reveals concerning human trafficking statistics in Switzerland, with victims from 54 countries and multiple forms of exploitation identified.
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crime
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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sports
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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international relations
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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international affairs
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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international relations
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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society
Government launches consultation on comprehensive proposal to boost disability inclusion, responding to nationwide initiative.
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human rights
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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business
New initiative demands stricter accountability for Swiss companies' human rights and environmental impacts both domestically and abroad
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