Military experts say the army is lacking essential equipment – and it’s currently unable to respond if necessary.
There’s no infantry transport equipment available. On a recent exercise, soldiers had to simply imagine the vehicles.
The army has around 20,000 vehicles - but one in five is unusable.
The Federal Council says maintenance work has to be prioritized.
Italy angered at decision to release fire bar owner
Italy has expressed its anger at the decision to release the owner of the Constellation bar in Crans-Montana.
Nightclub fire exit locked
More than three weeks after the deadly fire in Crans-Montana, serious doubts are emerging about the owners’ version of events.
No to 10 million initiative would harm the economy
Capping Switzerland’s population at 10 million would come at a heavy price.
Sick days climb in 15 years
We’re all taking more sick days.
Warning of jams in February
The Federal Roads Office is warning of heavy congestion throughout February, especially on weekends.
Careful of vignette scams
Just a few days left to buy your autoroute vignette.
