Masked attackers target Zurich emergency services with fireworks
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Zurich police are investigating a night of violence after masked individuals targeted emergency services with stones and fireworks. The incident has promptly revived the domestic debate over whether the police are sufficiently resourced, or if the state's grip on order is simply loosening.
The procurement of F-35 fighter jets has moved from a matter of defense to one of transparency. Armasuisse is accused of using guerrilla tactics to limit parliamentary oversight of the deal, while the public learns that new engines will likely add 25% to the bill. At the same time, homeowners are adjusting to a new financial reality as ten-year fixed-rate mortgages surpass 2%, their highest level this year.
Political traditions are also under pressure as parties demand single-candidate tickets for the Federal Council, removing the unpredictability that once defined the elections. Meanwhile, a proposal to extend the working life to delay retirement is gaining traction in parliament, proving that even in one of the world's wealthiest nations, the math of aging remains stubborn.