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Switzerland
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Six Traditionalist Bishops Excommunicated by Vatican After Unauthorized Ordinations
The Vatican has excommunicated six bishops from the Society of St. Pius X after the traditionalist group ignored a papal plea and performed unauthorized ordinations in Switzerland.
Swiss government repatriates 18 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria
Switzerland has returned 18 looted Benin Bronzes and several other artifacts to Nigeria, marking a significant step in the global effort to repatriate cultural heritage seized during the colonial period.
Canada Advance to World Cup Knockouts but Lose Home Advantage After Loss to Switzerland
Canada finishes second in Group B after a loss to Switzerland, meaning the co-hosts must leave their home country for a last-32 clash against South Africa.
Switzerland secure Group B lead after defeating Canada 2-1
Switzerland earned the top spot in World Cup Group B with a 2-1 win over Canada, while the co-hosts celebrated their first-ever advancement to the knockout stage.
Nadine Riesen joins West Ham on three-year contract
Swiss international defender Nadine Riesen has signed a three-year contract with West Ham United, becoming manager Rita Guarino's fourth summer signing.
American and Iranian delegates convene in Switzerland for peace negotiations
US and Iranian officials meet in Switzerland to advance a preliminary peace agreement that includes reconstruction aid and the lifting of sanctions, even as regional tensions with Hezbollah persist.
US and Iran initiate Switzerland talks as Tehran claims Hormuz Strait closure
US and Iranian officials have gathered in Switzerland for diplomatic talks despite Tehran's claim of closing the Strait of Hormuz following Israeli strikes in Lebanon.