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Swiss Army Steps Up Security for Big G7 Meeting Near the Border

June 5, 2026

When Europe’s top leaders meet in France for the G7 summit in mid-June, Switzerland won’t sit idle nearby. The country plans to send in 4, 000 soldiers to help keep things safe across three cantons close to the action. The main meetings will take place in Evian-les-Bains, a lakeside town just a shor

politics

Switzerland's Military: Can It Handle a Big Attack?

December 27, 2025

Switzerland's military leader has some tough things to say. He thinks the country isn't ready for a full-blown attack. Thomas Suessli, who's stepping down as the head of Switzerland's armed forces, shared his thoughts in an interview. He said that while Switzerland can handle smaller threats, like c