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Swiss voters decisively rejected an initiative that would have enshrined “perpetual and armed” neutrality in the constitution. The proposal would have restricted cooperation with NATO and Switzerland’s ability to impose sanctions independently. Final results showed 70.2% voted against it, with every canton rejecting the initiative. Swiss Info
Two mass shootings in South Africa killed 27 people within hours. In Johannesburg, gunmen attacked a bar, killing 17 people and injuring 15, while another attack near Cape Town left 10 dead and 11 injured. Authorities are investigating possible links to illegal weapons, gangs and organised crime.
At least 11 people were killed and around 30 injured when a suicide vehicle bomb exploded at a police checkpoint in northwestern Pakistan. The country has faced a rise in militant attacks in recent years, frequently targeting security forces as well as civilians and political figures.
Venezuela released dozens of political prisoners following talks between the interim government and opposition, shortly after interim President Delcy Rodríguez met US President Donald Trump at the UN General Assembly. Rights groups say many political detainees remain imprisoned, while opposition groups continue to demand credible elections. Rodríguez has promised elections but has not announced a timetable. reuters.com
