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Assisted-suicide pioneer ends his life through the procedure at his own clinic

Human rights lawyer Ludwig Minelli, who founded Switzerland’s Dignitas group, died by assisted suicide at one of its clinics days before his 93rd birthday; Dignitas hailed him as a 'pioneer and fighter' and vowed to carry on his mission

Oren Reis | 11.30.25

Switzerland adapts resorts for Orthodox Jewish tourists, offers kosher phone guidance

In Davos and Saas Valley, special representatives help Haredi tourists navigate local rules, enjoy vacation safely and avoid misunderstandings — while teaching locals about Jewish customs and traditions

Itamar Eichner | 08.21.25

Dozens march in Nazi uniforms in Swiss Alps

Some 25 men wearing full Wehrmacht uniforms and Nazi insignia march through the Swiss Alps in alleged historical reenactment, sparking public outrage

Itamar Eichner | 07.25.25

Arab man pulls knife on yeshiva students studying in Switzerland

Attacker threatened a group of yeshiva students at a train station in Lucerne with a knife on Saturday night but was not arrested; The students, including Israelis, were invited to file a police complaint on Monday

Itamar Eichner | 07.20.25

Switzerland mulls scrapping multimillion Elbit drone purchase over delays, difficulties

Israeli defense industry fails to deliver on promises Hermes 900 Starliner drones can use civilian air routes without the danger of collisions, delivery could be a decade later than originally agreed

Daniel Bettini | 07.13.25

Thrown from the balcony, stabbed in the street: Switzerland suspects Iran killed 3 of its diplomats

Switzerland has served as the US interests representative in Tehran since Iran’s 1979 revolution—but rising Iranian suspicion that Switzerland is 'collaborating' with Washington may have turned deadly; A new report links 3 Swiss deaths to possible IRGC hits

Daniel Bettini | 07.02.25

Questions mount as organization overseeing Gaza aid shuts down

Before distributing any food in Gaza and amid growing media scrutiny and possible investigation in Switzerland, Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) is shutting down; Humanitarian aid will now be handled solely by a US-based entity

Uri Blau and Milan Czerny, Shomrim | 05.25.25

יובל רפאל ביצוע בחצי גמר אירוויזיון 2025

Eurovision Song Contest producers may be harming Raphael's chances

Members of the Israeli delegation say by scheduling the Israeli singer to appear fourth during the final competition on Saturday, she is statistically less likely to win

Ran Boker | 05.16.25

Swiss speed camera captures duck flying at 52 km/hr

Local officials confirm a mallard was clocked at 52 km/h in a 30-km zone near Bern, with evidence suggesting it repeated the exact same violation on the exact same date seven years earlier

AFP | 05.15.25

Yuval Raphael takes the stage to applause in first public Eurovision performance | Watch

Israeli contestant receives an enthusiastic response during her first live rehearsal of New Day Will Rise in Basel ahead of second semi-final

Ran Boker, Raz Shechnik, Basel | 05.15.25

Yuval Raphael takes off for Eurovision in Switzerland: 'We’re coming to win no matter what'

Israel's representative to the international song competition and all members of the delegation, arrived at Ben Gurion Airport ahead of their departure to Basel, where Eurovision 2025 is being held;'Just being there is already a victory, that I have the privilege to do this'

Omer Tessel | 05.05.25

‘Sportsmanship comes first’: Israeli fencing team hurt, angered by Swiss protest

Israeli fencers express outrage after Swiss athletes turned their backs on the Israeli flag during the national anthem at the European Championship in Estonia

Stav Ifergan | 04.27.25

Israel wins gold at European Fencing Championships; Swiss team stages protest during national anthem

Swiss fencers turn their backs during medal ceremony; 'Sports should bring people together, not divide,' says fencing association; FM Gideon Sa'ar calls Swiss team's behavior 'disgrace'

Stav Ifergan | 04.26.25

America's rich turn to Swiss banks to diversify from dollar

Swiss financial consultant says people motivated by concerns over weakening dollar and decline of rule of law under Trump, leaning toward stable Swiss economy, strong currency and reliable legal system

News agencies | 04.20.25

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Antisemitic incidents spike in Switzerland since October 7

New report reveals a sharp 287% increase in antisemitic incidents in Switzerland since October 7 massacre, with a surge in violent incidents, including physical attacks and attempted arson of a synagogue; The Jewish community is demanding increased security and legal measures against incitement

Itamar Eichner | 03.23.25