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Switzerland returns CHF22 million in seized assets to Equatorial Guinea

Swiss authorities complete transfer of confiscated luxury goods proceeds to fund healthcare programs in the African nation

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Switzerland returns CHF22 million in seized assets to Equatorial Guinea

08:00 AM·crime

Swiss Winemaker Sentenced for Wine Fraud

Valais court increases prison sentence to 45 months for winemaker who sold foreign wines under local Swiss AOC label.

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Swiss Winemaker Sentenced for Wine Fraud

12:00 PM·wine

Swiss winemaker sentenced for fraudulent labeling scheme

Valais court increases prison term to 45 months for winemaker who sold Spanish and German wines under prestigious Valais AOC label.

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Swiss winemaker sentenced for fraudulent labeling scheme

08:00 AM·justice

Swiss justice system faces scrutiny over international crimes cases

Despite promises to prioritize international crime cases, Switzerland's handling of universal jurisdiction cases continues to face criticism for delays and alleged political interference.

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Swiss justice system faces scrutiny over international crimes cases

08:00 AM·crime

Major Human Trafficking Ring Busted: 146 Chinese Victims Identified

Swiss authorities charge five suspects in one of the country's largest human trafficking cases, highlighting need for improved cross-cantonal data sharing.

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Major Human Trafficking Ring Busted: 146 Chinese Victims Identified

04:00 PM·justice

Swiss Priest Sentenced in Landmark Child Abuse Case

Ticino court imposes 18-month suspended sentence and lifetime ban on minor-related activities for priest found guilty of multiple sexual offenses.

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Swiss Priest Sentenced in Landmark Child Abuse Case

12:00 PM·crime

Priest Faces Trial in Ticino for Multiple Sexual Assault Charges

56-year-old priest stands trial in Lugano for alleged sexual assaults against nine victims, including four minors, between 2015 and 2023.

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Priest Faces Trial in Ticino for Multiple Sexual Assault Charges

12:00 PM·justice

Jewish tourist attack in Davos leads to prison sentence

Court sentences asylum seeker to six months in prison for discriminatory attack, highlighting Switzerland's stance on hate crimes

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Jewish tourist attack in Davos leads to prison sentence

12:00 PM·security

Terror Suspect Indicted: Leader of Kosovar Group Faces Swiss Justice

Swiss authorities indict alleged leader of Kosovar terrorist organization's Swiss branch on charges of indoctrination and recruitment, highlighting Switzerland's counter-terrorism efforts.

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Terror Suspect Indicted: Leader of Kosovar Group Faces Swiss Justice

12:00 PM·justice

Justice Minister Proposes Electronic Monitoring to Combat Femicide

Following 18 femicides this year, Swiss Justice Minister Beat Jans pushes for ankle bracelet monitoring system to prevent violence against women.

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Justice Minister Proposes Electronic Monitoring to Combat Femicide

04:00 PM·religion

Swiss Abbey Sexual Abuse Report Reveals Systemic Failures

Independent investigation finds decades of mismanagement in handling sexual abuse cases at the Abbey of Saint-Maurice, highlighting institutional accountability issues.

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Swiss Abbey Sexual Abuse Report Reveals Systemic Failures

04:00 PM·legal

Swiss Supreme Court Maintains Asset Freeze on Former Ukrainian Officials

Federal Supreme Court rejects appeals to unblock assets linked to Yanukovych regime, upholding anti-corruption measures

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Swiss Supreme Court Maintains Asset Freeze on Former Ukrainian Officials

08:00 AM·crime

Major Chinese Human Trafficking Ring Dismantled in Bern

Swiss police uncover operation that exploited 146 Chinese women, marking one of the largest human trafficking cases in canton Bern

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Major Chinese Human Trafficking Ring Dismantled in Bern

08:00 AM·refugee

From Eritrean Judge to Swiss Refugee: A Story of Democracy and Dictatorship

Former Eritrean high court judge Habteab Yemane shares his journey from provisional justice to seeking refuge in Switzerland.

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From Eritrean Judge to Swiss Refugee: A Story of Democracy and Dictatorship

04:00 PM·security

Suspected Russian Saboteurs Arrested in Swiss-German Operation

Joint law enforcement operation leads to arrest of three Ukrainian nationals, including one in Switzerland, suspected of planning attacks on freight transport on behalf of Russia.

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Suspected Russian Saboteurs Arrested in Swiss-German Operation

12:00 PM·justice

Swiss businessman sentenced in landmark Italian asbestos case

Former Eternit executive Stephan Schmidheiny receives 9.5-year prison sentence in Turin appeals court for involuntary manslaughter linked to asbestos deaths.

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Swiss businessman sentenced in landmark Italian asbestos case

04:00 PM·climate

Swiss Elderly Women Mark Climate Court Victory Anniversary

Climate activists commemorate landmark ECHR ruling with 2.5-tonne memorial stone in Bern, continuing push for stronger environmental action

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Swiss Elderly Women Mark Climate Court Victory Anniversary

04:00 PM·crime

Ticino reports 20% surge in youth crime

Southern Swiss canton records alarming increase in juvenile offenses, including serious crimes, with authorities noting rise in digital-related violations.

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