Seven Swiss nationals, including six dual nationals, were able to leave the Gaza strip yesterday through the Rafah border crossing into Egypt. They have been taken into consular care at the Swiss Embassy in Cairo.
Egypt had announced that around 400 people were expected to cross the border yesterday.
One Palestinian-Swiss dual national is still awaiting evacuation and four others have decided to stay for the time being, according to the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs.
Thousands march for a variety of causes
Two and a half thousand people marched through the middle of Geneva yesterday afternoon to mark International Workers’ Day.
Gender questions in schools 'irrelevant'
A questionnaire sent to parents of pupils at a primary school is causing some disquiet.
Anti-harassment programme launched in Geneva
Geneva is going to force all those who work for the canton and are in contact with children or adolescents to be aware of cases of harassment or bullying – either in person or online.
Should May 1 be a holiday?
After Labour Day marches yesterday, unions called on the government to make the day a national holiday.
A1 use largely for leisure
A new survey may prompt a rethink on the expansion of the A1 autoroute between Geneva and Lausanne.
Geneva roads to be closed for May 1st marches
Geneva police say the centre of town will be disrupted later today for May 1st marches.
