The F-35 fighter jet procurement controversy has intensified significantly with reports of US warnings about the absence of a fixed price and accusations that former F-35A Program Manager Darko Savic concealed these objections. This led to the resignations of former Federal Councillor Viola Amherd and Savic in spring 2025. The Social Democratic Party is now pushing for a parliamentary committee of inquiry into the Department of Defence, alleging that both the public and parliament were misled…

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: F-35 Jet Deal: Misleading Promises on Operating Costs for Switzerland

Allegations suggest that Swiss Federal Councillor Amherd and her team made inaccurate promises regarding the operating costs of the F-35 fighter jet, potentially leading to significant expenses for Switzerland.

Tages-Anzeiger: F-35 Scandal: Savic Hid US Objection to Fixed Price

A previously unknown document intensifies the F-35 procurement scandal, revealing US objections to the fixed price and suggesting a bluff by Swiss officials. Amherd and Savic resigned after receiving 'thick mail' from the US before Christmas.

watson: Amherd Was Warned by the USA That There Is No Fixed Price for the F-35

Swiss Defense Minister Viola Amherd has reportedly been informed by the US that the F-35 fighter jet program does not have a fixed price.

20 Minuten: F35 Scandal: Explosive US Warning - What Did Amherd Know Before Her Resignation?

An explosive US warning raises questions about what Swiss Minister Amherd knew regarding the F35 fighter jet deal before her resignation.

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: F-35 Debacle: The Man Who Knew Everything

An examination of the individual who possessed comprehensive knowledge regarding the F-35 fighter jet procurement issues in Switzerland.

Tages-Anzeiger: F-35 Scandal Fallout: SP Demands Parliamentary Probe into Defense Ministry

Following the F-35 jet scandal, the SP party is demanding a parliamentary committee of inquiry (PUK) into the Department of Defence (VBS), stating that 'the public and parliament were misled'.

Tages-Anzeiger: Procurement Debacle: Time for an End to the Nightmare

This article calls for an end to the F-35 procurement debacle, suggesting that the ongoing issues are detrimental and a resolution is urgently needed.

Ruth Metzler, a former Federal Councillor and current Swiss Olympic President, is under fire from sports associations due to a controversial funding model, with concerns about transparency and trust. Separately, sports associations are reportedly unhappy with the introduction of a women's quota for executive boards.

Blick: Swiss Olympic Controversy: Ruth Metzler Under Fire

Swiss Olympic President Ruth Metzler is facing criticism from associations over a funding model, with officials citing a lack of transparency and trust within the organization.

watson: Women's Quota on Boards: Sports Associations Grumble

Sports associations are reportedly unhappy with the introduction of a women's quota for executive boards.

Sunday news reports suggest that milk prices in Switzerland would need a substantial 77 percent increase to cover production costs. Meanwhile, the Zurich Cantonal Bank's global expansion is raising concerns among politicians and financial regulators, who are closely monitoring the bank's activities which are pushing the boundaries of its legal mandate.

watson: Milk Would Have to Become 77 Percent More Expensive: The Sunday News

According to Sunday news reports, milk prices in Switzerland would need to increase by 77 percent to cover costs.

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Berlin instead of Bülach, Dubai instead of Dübendorf: The Unsettling Expansion…

The Zurich Cantonal Bank is expanding globally, pushing the boundaries of its legal mandate. Politicians are concerned, and financial regulators are closely monitoring the rapidly growing bank.

Religious nursing homes in Zurich are expressing deep concern over a potential vote on end-of-life choices, fearing state coercion. Concurrently, the Catholic Church has publicly opposed a neutrality initiative, leading to protests from some of its members.

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Assisted Suicide in Nursing Homes: Concern in Zurich's Religious Institutions

A visit to a religious nursing home in Zurich reveals deep concern over a potential vote on end-of-life choices, with residents fearing state coercion and seeking protection as a religious minority.

watson: Catholic Church Opposes Neutrality Initiative – Believers Now Protest

The Catholic Church has voiced its opposition to a neutrality initiative, leading to protests from some church members.

New revelations are emerging about Switzerland's significant role in the formation of the rebel army during the Kosovo war, as a verdict looms for UCK leaders in The Hague. Separately, the Federal Prosecutor's Office is investigating allegations that wealthy Swiss individuals may have hunted civilians during the Bosnian War, with a 'Tessin connection' being examined.

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Winterthur War Fund and Swiss Army Trucks for Kosovo: 'Switzerland Was Crucial…

As a verdict looms for UCK leaders in The Hague, this report reveals Switzerland's significant role in the formation of the rebel army, with a former insider breaking their silence.

Blick: Wealthy Swiss Accused of War Crimes in Bosnia

The Federal Prosecutor's Office is investigating allegations that wealthy Swiss individuals may have hunted civilians during the Bosnian War, with 'Tessin connection' being examined.

Speculation is growing regarding the potential resignation of Guy Parmelin, the current President of the Swiss Confederation and Head of the Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research, with analyses exploring the political implications of such a move.

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: On His Victory Lap: How Long Will Guy Parmelin Remain in the Federal Council?

Speculation is rife about the potential resignation of the Swiss Federal President, exploring the political implications and the impact on the federal government if he steps down.

watson: Analysis: Resignation of the SVP Federal Councillor: Must Parmelin Be…

An analysis questioning whether Federal Councillor Alain Berset (or a successor) needs to face consequences related to former colleague Guy Parmelin and a situation involving someone named Jans.

Valérie Dittli, a Councillor and Head of the Department of Finance and Agriculture for the Canton of Vaud, is leaving the Vaud Center Party to establish a new political group, the Mouvement libéral. This move comes amidst criticism and follows a preliminary probe mentioned in earlier reports.

Bluewin: Valérie Dittli is leaving the Vaud Center Party and founding her own party

Valérie Dittli, a member of the Vaud State Council, is leaving the Vaud Center Party. In an interview with the newspaper “Le Temps,” she announced the formation of a new party. She plans to run for a second term with the group, called the Mouvement libéral.