Swiss referendum on enshrining neutrality could constrain Russia sanctions

Swiss voters decide Sunday on a referendum to constitutionally enshrine neutrality, which could restrict the government's ability to adopt EU sanctions on Russia. The initiative, backed by the SVP, would bar sanctions not mandated by the UN Security Council, potentially reversing Switzerland's alignment with Western sanctions. A 'yes' vote would mark a significant shift in Swiss foreign policy and complicate EU-Swiss relations.