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Swiss Voters Reject Plan to Enshrine Stricter Neutrality in Constitution
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- Sep 27, 2026, 11:25 AM UTC
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Early projections show Swiss voters rejecting a stricter application of the country's vaunted neutrality. Swiss neutrality has been enshrined in the constitution since 1848.
70% vote against tightening centuries-old neutrality, which far right said was being eroded by sanctions against Russia
About 69% voted against the proposal, which sought to bar Switzerland from joining military alliances and imposing sanctions not approved by the United Nations