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Switzerland has joined the European Union in banning the purchase, import and transit of Sudanese gold, targeting a trade route that the government says helps finance Sudan’s conflict. The measures also restrict related services, financing and mining chemicals.
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sanctions
The United States has sanctioned Switzerland-based Wellbred Trading as part of an expanded crackdown on an oil-trading network linked to Iranian businessman Hossein Shamkhani. The measures add a Swiss entity to a multinational group of companies targeted by Washington.
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crime
The Swiss Federal Criminal Court has handed a suspended sentence to a businessman for illegally supplying laboratory equipment intended for a Russian mass destruction program, in a significant breach of the Goods Control Act.
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pharmaceuticals
Swiss pharmaceutical exports to Russia maintain pre-war levels at CHF1.8 billion, raising questions about medical trade during international conflicts.
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sanctions
Swiss authorities align with EU's 18th sanctions package against Russia, targeting oil trade and phantom fleet operations with expanded restrictions.
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diplomacy
200 Russian dissidents pen open letter challenging Swiss authorities over allowing sanctioned Russian Federation Council president's participation in Geneva parliamentary meeting.
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sanctions
Swiss authorities adopt new EU sanctions package, extending advertising bans to eight additional Russian media outlets and amending financial restrictions on 158 entities.
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finance
Swiss authorities report increase in frozen Russian assets to CHF7.4 billion, with new real estate properties identified under sanctions regime.
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politics
Switzerland adopts new measures against Russia, adding individuals, ships and banks to sanctions list, with further measures under consideration.
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banking
Swiss Federal Court ruling forces banks to choose between complying with Swiss judiciary or US sanctions in Magnitsky case, potentially exposing institutions to international penalties.
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international relations
Swiss government adds 54 individuals and 30 companies to sanctions list, targeting military members, energy sector executives, and those involved in child deportation.
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international affairs
Swiss authorities maintain sanctions alignment with EU, blocking significant Syrian funds as part of international pressure.
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economy
Government admits possibility of sanctioned Russian gold entering Switzerland through Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan
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economy
Swiss government acknowledges potential presence of Russian gold in trade flows with Central Asian countries, raising concerns about sanctions effectiveness.
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