Swiss to vote on tightening neutrality, ending cooperation with NATO
Posters featuring doves of peace and asking voters to reject war have appeared across the Alpine nation.
Swiss citizens will cast their votes in a referendum next month to determine if the country should adopt a more restrictive form of neutrality. This move would prohibit Switzerland from imposing economic sanctions or collaborating with NATO. Campaign posters displaying doves of peace and urging voters to reject war have been seen throughout Switzerland, garnering support from Russia but sparking concerns about potential isolation from neighboring European countries.
Recent opinion polls indicate that the majority of voters, 62%, will oppose the proposal, with 36% in favor. However, the campaign advocating for change has outspent the supporters of the status quo, which could result in a closer race. Swiss neutrality, recognized internationally since 1815 and enshrined in the constitution since 1848, played a crucial role in protecting the country from participation in both world wars.
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