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The Swiss Federal Criminal Court has handed a suspended sentence to a businessman for illegally supplying laboratory equipment intended for a Russian mass destruction program, in a significant breach of the Goods Control Act.
A Swiss court in Basel-Country has handed down 15-year jail sentences to three traffickers who attempted to retrieve a 500kg cocaine shipment that was mistakenly delivered to a Nespresso factory in 2022.
Relatives of the 41 victims of the fire at Le Constellation bar confronted the owners during legal proceedings, as the Swiss Federal Council announced plans for financial support for those affected by the disaster.
Following the deadly Crans-Montana bar fire, victims' relatives confronted the owners at a hearing. In response to the tragedy, the Swiss government is drafting urgent legislation for victim support, while a separate fire damaged a temporary memorial.
The Criminal Court of Basel-Country has sentenced three men to 15 years in prison for their roles in smuggling 500kg of cocaine through Nespresso facilities in 2022. The verdict also includes a 15-year expulsion from Switzerland for the defendants.
Under tight security, a trial has begun in Geneva for members of the rival Bandidos and Hells Angels biker gangs. The defendants face charges including attempted murder following a violent gunfight and brawl in the city in 2022.
French authorities open murder inquiry after discovering body of Swiss citizen in his 60s on Corsican beach, citing multiple wounds as cause of death.
Swiss authorities complete transfer of confiscated luxury goods proceeds to fund healthcare programs in the African nation
Valais court increases prison sentence to 45 months for winemaker who sold foreign wines under local Swiss AOC label.
Valais court increases prison term to 45 months for winemaker who sold Spanish and German wines under prestigious Valais AOC label.
Despite promises to prioritize international crime cases, Switzerland's handling of universal jurisdiction cases continues to face criticism for delays and alleged political interference.
Swiss authorities charge five suspects in one of the country's largest human trafficking cases, highlighting need for improved cross-cantonal data sharing.
Ticino court imposes 18-month suspended sentence and lifetime ban on minor-related activities for priest found guilty of multiple sexual offenses.
56-year-old priest stands trial in Lugano for alleged sexual assaults against nine victims, including four minors, between 2015 and 2023.
Court sentences asylum seeker to six months in prison for discriminatory attack, highlighting Switzerland's stance on hate crimes
Swiss authorities indict alleged leader of Kosovar terrorist organization's Swiss branch on charges of indoctrination and recruitment, highlighting Switzerland's counter-terrorism efforts.
Following 18 femicides this year, Swiss Justice Minister Beat Jans pushes for ankle bracelet monitoring system to prevent violence against women.
Independent investigation finds decades of mismanagement in handling sexual abuse cases at the Abbey of Saint-Maurice, highlighting institutional accountability issues.
Federal Supreme Court rejects appeals to unblock assets linked to Yanukovych regime, upholding anti-corruption measures
Swiss police uncover operation that exploited 146 Chinese women, marking one of the largest human trafficking cases in canton Bern
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