A young Afghan asylum seeker in Geneva has killed himself after a court ordered him to be returned to Greece.
RTS Television reports immigration authorities had been warned by doctors that the 18-year-old was a suicide risk.
Known as Alireza, he arrived in Geneva early last year and was in school and learning French. He was placed in a foster family and his friends say he was highly motivated.
Fellow asylum seekers and support organisations are said to be planning a protest at the death.
Man drowns in Rhone after fight
A man has drowned in the Rhône River in Geneva after falling into the water during a fight near the Usine night club.
Govt allows US humanitarian overflights during Iran war
Three American military aircraft involved in the war in Iran have been granted permission to use Swiss airspace.
Concern as govt raises health insurance deductible
The Swiss Trade Union Federation has condemned a federal plan to raise the minimum health insurance deductible from 300 to 400 francs.
Geneva to pedestrianize large areas of Rive
The City of Geneva has given the go ahead to pedestrianize large areas of Rive.
Summer camps can be tax deductable
The Federal Court has ruled that children’s summer camps can qualify as tax-deductible childcare. The decision overturns a challenge by Geneva’s tax authorities.
Call to end first class on trains
A petition has been launched calling for the abolition of first-class on trains.
