Public Execution in Afghanistan Condemned as ‘Clear Human Rights Violation November 13, 2024 Kabul, Afghanistan – A public execution carried out by the Taliban in Afghanistan has been widely condemned by international human rights organizations and governments. The execution, which took place in the western city of Herat on Saturday, November 12, involved the hanging … Read more
Headline: Adolescents Face Mounting Pressure at School, Decline in Family Support Date: 2024-11-13 12:00 Lead: Adolescents are experiencing an alarming rise in academic and social pressures, coupled with a decline in familial support, according to a comprehensive new report. This concerning trend is taking a significant toll on their mental health and overall well-being. Body: … Read more
COP29: Energy transition must not trigger a ‘stampede of greed’ that crushes the poor The head of the UN has warned that the global energy transition must not trigger a “stampede of greed” that ignores the needs of the most vulnerable people. Speaking at the opening of the COP29 climate summit in Egypt, António Guterres … Read more
COP29 climate talks: Major emitters must right ‘colossal injustice’ on island nations, says UN chief 2024-11-13 12:00 Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt – Major emitters must right the “colossal injustice” they have inflicted on island nations by failing to act on climate change, the UN chief has said. António Guterres was speaking at the opening of the … Read more
COP29: Energy transition must not trigger a ‘stampede of greed’ that crushes the poor Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt – 13 November 2024 – The transition to clean energy must not be allowed to trigger a “stampede of greed” that crushes the poorest and most vulnerable people in the world, a leading climate expert has warned. Speaking … Read more
Public Execution in Afghanistan Condemned as ‘Clear Human Rights Violation’ Kabul, Afghanistan – The international community has condemned the public execution of a man in Afghanistan by the Taliban regime, calling it a “clear human rights violation.” The execution was carried out on November 12th in the western province of Farah. The victim, a 27-year-old … Read more
Sanctions: Ordinance on measures against Sudan Bern, 12.11.2024 – On 11 November 2024, the Federal Council adopted an ordinance on measures against Sudan. This ordinance implements the sanctions imposed by the United Nations Security Council with Resolution 2577 (2024) of 22 October 2024. The measures target individuals and entities designated by the UN Security Council … Read more
Swiss Confederation SECO: Ordinance on measures against Myanmar Bern, 12 November 2024 – On 12 November 2024, the Federal Council adopted an ordinance on measures against Myanmar. These measures are aimed at supporting the restoration of democracy and human rights in Myanmar. The ordinance provides for a number of measures, including: A ban on the … Read more
President Amherd and Federal Councillor Parmelin Receive Swedish Minister for Civil Defence Bohlin in Bern On 12 November 2024, President Karin Amherd and Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin received the Swedish Minister for Civil Defence, Erik Bohlin, in Bern. The meeting focused on strengthening cooperation between the two countries in the areas of civil protection and … Read more
Nuclear waste storage needs to withstand an ice age 2024-11-12 00:00 Swiss Confederation Switzerland is planning to build a deep geological repository for its radioactive waste. The repository will be located in Opalinus Clay, a rock formation that is expected to remain stable for millions of years. However, a new study has found that the … Read more