Switzerland is supplying Ukraine with three Swiss made mine-clearing machines.
The Ukrainian prime minister, Denys Shmyhal, is in the country for a three-day summit.
The gift of the new machines also comes with training. It’s part of a CHF 100m programme for Ukraine.
The president, Viola Amherd, says land mines kill and maim thousands of people every year.
She says the clearing of mines is essential for reconstruction.
Road vote splits politicians
The upcoming vote on widening autoroutes is causing a split within the State Councils around the lake.
Major march in Geneva tomorrow
Traffic and public transport will be disrupted tomorrow due to a major march through the centre of Geneva.
Uber starts teen service
The ride hailing firm Uber has launched a service specifically designed for teens – those over 13.
Natural History Museum reopening delayed
The re-opening of the Natural History Museum will be delayed – for about a year.
Zoo visitors startled by free snake
A couple of visitors at Zurich Zoo had a shock at the vivarium as they came across a snake that seemed to be slithering free.
EU talks going well, but some outstanding points
The EU says there’s been great progress in talks with Switzerland – but there remain two sticking points. The free movement of people and university fees.
