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Switzerland
The Neue Zürcher Zeitung front page features several prominent stories, with a strong focus on Swiss domestic issues concerning the country's financial oversight and its defense procurement (F-35 fighter jets). International news includes an analysis of the concept of the 'Global South,' the…
The Federal Audit Board's warnings were ignored in the F-35 fighter jet procurement and are now being applied to Albert Rösti's transport concept, highlighting the board's presence and controversial role, partly due to its former chief.
The former head of the Federal Audit Board criticizes the Federal Department of Defence and its critics, suggesting that the public should refrain from electing 'blind politicians'.
An analysis of the BRICS summit argues that the concept of a 'Global South' is a myth, as the countries of South America, Africa, and Asia are too diverse to form a unified bloc, with underlying conflicts being masked.
Nestlé, which remained in Russia after the Ukraine war began, is now facing compulsory administration of its business there, an unusual move that could threaten supply security.
A Swiss mountain guide left a Sherpa stranded at 7500 meters on Annapurna, who miraculously survived over 24 hours but lost seven fingers, prompting his client to appeal for self-responsibility in high-altitude mountaineering.
Away from the Ukrainian battlefield, Moscow is testing Europe's defensive capabilities. This interactive map shows where and how Russia is active.
Russia is electing a new parliament this weekend with the opposition largely excluded. However, since the last Duma election, the war has become much more palpable in everyday life, causing unease among the population.
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine is detailed in a live ticker, with a specific mention of Russian President Putin placing Nestlé assets under temporary administration.
