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


Starting from $199 one-way: Israeli airline launches new route to Europe

Arkia will launch a new route to Switzerland on July 7, 2025, with two weekly flights. The CEO says they're expanding while others cancel, offering Israelis more quality travel options.

 Bourg-de-Four Square, Geneva, Switzerland

AI can outperform humans in emotional intelligence tests, study finds

The researchers concluded in the study that large language models can be utilized in supporting socio-emotional outcomes.

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Swiss authorities exploring probe into US-backed Gaza aid group

The GHF said that though using private security firms represents a change from prior aid delivery frameworks, it would ensure aid is not diverted to Hamas or criminal organizations.

 Palestinians wait to receive aid, in Gaza City, May 25, 2025

Five skiers found dead on Swiss mountain near Zermatt

Local airline Air Zermatt said that three of the bodies were found on the debris of an avalanche a few hundred meters below where the skis were spotted.

 People wearing protective masks ski with the Matterhorn mountain in the background, in the ski resort of Zermatt, Switzerland November 21, 2020

Smashing windows, setting off fireworks: Pro-Palestine protesters swarm several cities

Protesters took to the streets over the weekend in Poland, Switzerland, the UK, the US, and other countries.

 A PRO-PALESTINIAN protest takes place in Chicago on October 8, 2023.

Swiss NGO wants investigation into aid distributor Gaza Humanitarian Foundation

The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation says it "strictly adheres" to humanitarian principles, and that it would not support any form of forced relocation of civilians.

 Trucks loaded with humanitarian aid seen before entering the Gaza Strip, on the Israeli side, May 21, 2025.

Hamas ban in Switzerland finally comes into effect - interview

A similar ban is being considered regarding Hezbollah, reveals David Zuberbühler, a Swiss parliamentarian who promoted the Hamas ban

 Hamas terrorists in the Gaza Strip. February 22, 2025.

Yuval Raphael: 'There will be no real victory without the hostages'

The 24-year-old Nova festival survivor said that she felt the spirit of Israel came across plainly in the song.

 Yuval Raphael qualified for the Eurovision final in the second semi final on Thursday night.

Eurovision: Switzerland once again bows to the conqueror - opinion

Switzerland, the neutral country, approves anti-Semitic riots in the name of "freedom of expression," but prohibits pro-Israeli demonstrations.

 Yuval Raphael at Eurovision rehearsals in Basel, Switzerland, May 7, 2025.

Undercover agents, no-fly zones: Israel prepares for pro-Palestinian protests at Eurovision

Basel’s law enforcement announced on Tuesday that it was banning all drone flights until 18 May.

 Basel 4 Palestine group announces that it wishes to "turn the turquoise carpet" of Eurovision "Palestinian."