International

Finland’s Irrational Choice

The results of «Elite Capture»

by Olli Tammilehto*

(24 July 2026) (CH-S) Numerous irrational strategic decisions in Europe are the result of decades of “Elite Capture” by the US – according to Finnish author Olli Tammilehto.

A striking example is Finland's 58-year-old President, Alexander Stubb. He previously served as Finland’s Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, as well as Vice-President of the European Investment Bank in Luxembourg. Tammilehto’s article also turns the spotlight on members of the ruling elites in other countries.

Is Europe missing the boat to the future?

Will international relations soon be shaped without Europe?

by Ralph Bosshard*

(17 July 2026) A diplomatic offensive by the Eurasian countries is currently underway, aimed at implementing China’s “Global Governance Initiative” and Belarus’s “Charter for the Security of Eurasia”.

Once the summer holidays are over, things could really take off, and Europe might be relegated to the role of a bystander. Will Chinese and Belarusian diplomats be governing the pressing conflicts of our time?

Are we talking about the same topic – Iran?

Impressions from an informative event

by Thomas Scherr*

(10 July 2026) (CH-S) On 19 and 20 June, “Swiss Standpoint” welcomed the Iran expert Dr Patrick Ringgenberg** to its event venue to speak on the topic “Understanding Iran: Past and Present”.

During an evening lecture and a discussion, the following day, Patrick Ringgenberg succeeded in offering various perspectives on the complex situation in Iran. In doing so, he was able to draw on his profound knowledge and decades of experience in the country itself.

US biolabs in over 30 countries, including Ukraine

Since 12 June 2026 it is official

by Dr Peter F. Mayer*

(26 June 2026) The bio-lab lie: Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has declassified what Anthony Fauci, Joe Biden and the US intelligence apparatus have been covering up: for decades, the US government has been funding more than 120 biolabs in over 30 countries, including Ukraine.
Middle East

Joint statement on humanitarian access in Gaza and the registration law affecting INGOs

Diplomatic statement, 8 June 2026

(19 June 2026) (CH-S) The humanitarian situation in the Palestinian Gaza Strip is dire. This is the assessment of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs in Bern. In a joint statement with the foreign ministers of 19 countries, Switzerland has expressed its concern about the situation.

Torture programmes and missile attacks on hospitals in Gaza

Oxford surgeon Nick Maynard on Tucker Carlson

by Peter F. Mayer*

(12 June 2026) A leading British surgeon from the University of Oxford has, in a sensational interview with Tucker Carlson, described in detail what he witnessed with his own eyes in Gaza: the systematic destruction of the healthcare system, targeted shootings of children at food distribution points, and an institutionalised torture programme against Palestinian doctors. The West looks the other way – and funds the whole thing.