Middle East

Federal Council calls for law to ban Hamas

In response to the brutal terrorist attacks of 7 October, the Federal Council has proposed a federal act banning Hamas in Switzerland. The law will strengthen internal security and prevent the financing of terrorism via Switzerland. 

European Union

EU: Negotiating mandate

Exploratory talks with the European Union have concluded. Based on the results and internal work, Switzerland will draft a negotiating mandate for shaping its future relationship with the 27-nation bloc.

Ukraine

Ukraine war: Federal Council extends protection status S

Because of the ongoing instability in Ukraine, the Swiss government has extended the validity of the protection status S visas issued to people fleeing the war.



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The Federal Council: a video guide

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No mobiles, no internet – and up to 100 items of business. Here’s what happens at the weekly Federal Council meetings. 


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