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Switzerland: Explosion kills and injures several at Crans-Montana ski resort

Several people were killed and injured in an explosion at a bar in Crans-Montana, a ski resort in the Swiss canton of Valais, authorities reported on Thursday. The blast occurred around 1:30 a.m. local time (00:30 GMT) at a popular bar named Le Constellation, while New Year celebrations were underway.......

Russian attacks choke Ukrainian grain exports as global markets react

Relentless Russian strikes on Ukraine’s Black Sea port infrastructure throughout December have severely disrupted the nation’s grain exports, driving wheat prices higher on global markets. The bombardments, focused primarily on the Odesa region, have crippled key ports, destroyed vital logistics......

Switzerland reduces planned F-35 purchases amid rising costs

Switzerland has decided to scale back its planned acquisition of F-35 fighter jets after a sharp increase in procurement costs, the federal government announced, citing the need to remain within the budget approved by voters. Initially, Switzerland had planned to purchase 36 Lockheed Martin F-35 aircraft.......

Swiss voters reject civic service reform and climate wealth tax, early projections show

Early projections released after polls closed on Sunday indicate that Swiss voters have overwhelmingly rejected two major national initiatives: a plan to introduce compulsory civic duty for all citizens and a proposal to impose a climate-focused tax on large inheritances. According to public broadcaster......

Switzerland strengthens ground-based air defense amid growing drone threats

Switzerland has announced that it will give priority to reinforcing its ground-based air defense systems as concerns grow over the increasing threat posed by drones in Europe. The Federal Council confirmed its support for multiple parliamentary motions calling for urgent measures to bolster national......

Cassis calls to open a "New Chapter" in relations with the EU

Bern, October 18, 2025 — Swiss Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis urged on Saturday for a fresh approach to Switzerland’s agreements with the European Union (EU), calling the new package of bilateral accords “vital for the country’s prosperity and sovereignty.” Addressing......

Morocco and Switzerland launch economic cooperation program to boost jobs and competitiveness

Morocco and Switzerland have launched a four-year cooperation initiative aimed at strengthening economic competitiveness and creating sustainable employment opportunities through 2028. The program marks a new phase in bilateral relations, positioning Morocco as a priority country for Swiss economic cooperation......

Europe’s wealth tax: Which countries still enforce it?

The debate over taxing the ultra-wealthy has reignited across Europe as discussions center on addressing national debts through wealth-based taxation. Economist Gabriel Zucman recently proposed a 2% minimum tax on fortunes exceeding €100 million, a measure aimed at replacing France’s former......

Switzerland names Morocco a priority economic partner in Africa

Morocco has emerged as a key figure in Switzerland’s international economic strategy. During a reception hosted by the Moroccan Embassy in Bern to celebrate the 26th anniversary of HM King Mohammed VI’s accession to the throne, Swiss authorities expressed their intention to strengthen bilateral......

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