Switzerland

Orthodox Jewish man stabbed in Switzerland, police probe antisemitic attack

The Swiss Federation of Jewish Communities said the Jewish community's security arrangements were being reviewed after the attack.

Switzerland to ban Hamas over October 7 massacre

The Swiss government said under the new legislation, Hamas and "cover or successor organizations," as well as organizations or groups that act on its behalf or in its name, will be banned.

By REUTERS
21/02/2024

Outrage in Davos: Ski rental refuses service to Jews, sparks investigation

The discriminatory stance was revealed through a notice in Hebrew, stating due to "several very annoying incidents," including theft, the service to Jewish individuals would cease.

Palestinian Authority panics, official calls to reverse UNRWA funding cut

UNRWA workers were recently fired from their positions for participating in the October 7 Massacre, leading to several countries deciding to withdraw funding for UNRWA.

The hotel minibar – a golden jubilee and an uncertain future

A significant number of hotels today equip the minibars with just complimentary cold soft drinks. They promote external trays of snacks etc., as their main product.

By MOTTI VERSES
21/01/2024

Swiss archaeologists find 'sensational' 14th-century gauntlet

Only five 14th-century gauntlets have been discovered in Switzerland, none as well preserved as this Kyburg gauntlet, according to the Zurich cantonal infrastructure department.

 President Isaac Herzog Isaac Herzog speaks at the President's house in Jerusalem, December 18, 2023

Switzerland says Israel's President Herzog subject of criminal complaints at Davos

The Office of the Swiss Attorney General would not reveal details about the nature or number of the complaints or who had lodged them.

By REUTERS
19/01/2024

Switzerland blocks bid to end funding for UN Palestinian agency after outrage

On Thursday, the upper house of parliament opted not to axe the agency's funding by 23 to 21 votes, a decision that was warmly welcomed by UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini.

By REUTERS
14/12/2023

Gunman kills two in Swiss alpine town, police launch manhunt

Initial research suggested he knew his victims, but investigators were still working on establishing his motive, police said.

By REUTERS
11/12/2023

Swiss government stops funding for three Palestinian NGOs

An Israeli watchdog said the affected groups had ties to the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine.

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