Switzerland

Swiss National Council votes against recognizing Palestinian state

The council says recognition would run 'counter to Swiss neutrality.'

he Helvetia statue in front of a Swiss flag on the Swiss Parliament building (Bundeshaus)
Rapper Kanye West performs onstage during the "Vultures 1" playback concert during Rolling Loud 2024 at Hollywood Park Grounds on March 14, 2024 in Inglewood, California.

Ye's upcoming concerts in Poland, Switzerland canceled after antisemitic remarks

THEODOR HERZL leaning over the balcony of the Hotel Les Trois Rois.

What I discovered about Herzl’s room in Basel

A sign of a bank with a Swiss flag reflected on the window's building are pictured on March 20, 2009 in Geneva.

Judge says ‘No case, no ruling’ in Credit Suisse – Simon Wiesenthal Center settlement dispute


'I want my son back!': Mother of hostage confronts UNRWA head at Switzerland speech

Ayelet Samerano, mother of hostage Yonatan, highlighted UNRWA's involvement in the October 7 attacks and hostage-taking.

Ayelet Samerano, mother of Yonatan Samerano who was murdered on October 7, confront UNRWA head Philippe Lazzarini in Switzerland. August 1, 2024.

Discovering the hidden gems of Switzerland's Rhine: A serene getaway

Explore the scenic beauty and medieval charm of Schaffhausen along the Swiss Rhine, with affordable travel tips, breathtaking sights, and the best of local hospitality in this underrated Swiss town.

 THE MIGHTY river plunges at the Rhine Falls

Iraq exhibits ancient artifacts returned by US and other countries

Iraqi authorities have been trying to retrieve thousands of archaeological relics missing since the US invasion in 2003.

 Ancient artifacts, that were stolen from Iraq and returned after they were seized by the U.S. government, are displayed at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Baghdad, Iraq July 8, 2024.

From Switzerland to Jerusalem: Sarah Ebel Freiman's story of aliyah

Though Sarah was originally named Barbara, her mother told her later that she would have preferred the name Sarah or Rebecca, and so upon conversion, she chose Sarah. 

 SISTERS SARAH and Judith in Zurich.

In Switzerland, our darkest history is repeating itself  - Opinion

The besiegement of Swiss universities by pro-Palestinian groups has shocked Swiss citizens.

 Students take part in a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Lausanne, in Lausanne, Switzerland, May 6, 2024.

Swiss experts produce sustainable chocolate amid cacao tree decimation

As bugs threaten to decimate cacao trees in South America, but experts can now harness the full potential of the cocoa fruit.

 Cocoa beans

This hotel in the Swiss Alps could help Israeli's mental health - but the catch is the cost

Clinic Les Alps offers an exclusive hospitality experience with high standards, and its treatments are precisely and individually adjusted for each patient.

 The Jet d'Eau fountain is seen on Lake Leman in the city of Geneva August 1, 2009.

Eurovision 2024: Israel's Eden Golan comes in fifth, Switzerland wins contest

“The Code” by Nemo took the top prize with lyrics about artist coming to terms with their non-binary identity

 Eden Golan, from Israel, waves a flag during the Grand Final of the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest, in Malmo, Sweden, May 11, 2024.

Hotel in Switzerland offers Israelis a week's stay for NIS 180,000

Near Lake Geneva, a therapeutic hotel offers Israelis kosher food and post-trauma treatments due to the war. Price: Over NIS 200,000 per week,


Swiss vote to ban swastika in crackdown on extremist symbols

The lower house of parliament voted to prohibit one of the most infamous symbols of Adolf Hitler's National Socialist regime following concerns about rising antisemitism.

Swastika painted onto an Australian road.