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Switzerland
The Neue Zürcher Zeitung front page features a mix of international and domestic news, with a strong focus on the war in Ukraine, German politics, and migration issues. An interview with Lufthansa's supervisory board chairman discusses Swiss independence in aviation and energy. Domestic Swiss news…
In an interview, Lufthansa Supervisory Board Chairman Johannes Teyssen states that Swiss autonomy in energy and aviation is an illusion, reflecting on his past role at Swiss energy company Alpiq.
Over a month after the surge in migrants at Ceuta, violence is escalating in the Spanish enclave, affecting both refugees and residents, with the opposition planning protests.
Germany's government has closed two Russian facilities following an attack in Leipzig, demonstrating resolve without escalating tensions, though a statement by Chancellor Merz left a lingering unease.
Live ticker reporting on the aftermath of an attack on Leipzig airport, with reactions from Putin and NATO official Kallas, and Germany's plans to close a Russian consulate.
The selection process for Germany's Youth Word of the Year 2026 is becoming emotional, with English terms dominating and one submitted term deemed too politically sensitive by the jury.
Russia expert Matthias Uhl believes Putin's regime is overestimating its military strength, but Europe must still prepare for a new geopolitical era.
Live ticker on the Ukraine war, including reports of CIA warnings to Russia and Putin admitting damage to ships, and Zelensky's warning to airlines.
Residents of the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv, located near the front lines, seek moments of normalcy and escapism amidst the ongoing war, finding brief respite in places like the zoo and dolphinarium.
Russia expert Matthias Uhl assesses the military strength of Putin's regime as overestimated, while emphasizing Europe's need to prepare for the new geopolitical era.
