Switzerland signs membership bid to join the European Sky Shield Initiative

Neutral Switzerland has applied to join the European Sky Shield Initiative air defence scheme amid increased concerns sparked by Russia's war in Ukraine.

Neutral Switzerland has applied to join the European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI) air defence scheme at a time of heightened anxiety over security due to Russia’s war in Ukraine. The scheme, launched by Germany in 2022, has been mostly, but not exclusively, backed by NATO members. Swiss national arm... More info