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Swiss to Reject Stricter Neutrality in Vote Russia Wants to Sway
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Swiss voters are scheduled to vote on an initiative to strengthen the country's neutrality next month. Russia has made public statements criticizing Switzerland's actions during World War II as part of discussions about the proposal, according to reporting on Russian statements. Polling data cited in available reporting suggests the initiative is likely to fail, though the vote has not yet occurred.
