Switzerland opens probe into 'suspected Israeli war criminal' on its soil

Switzerland has opened a criminal investigation into a "suspected Israeli war criminal on its soil," the Hind Rajab Foundation (HRF), a Belgium-based advocacy and accountability organisation, has said.

In a statement on X, HRF said the probe was based on a complaint it had filed.

“The complaint provides extensive evidence implicating the individual in war crimes and crimes against humanity, including attacks on civilians, destruction of homes and hospitals, forced displacement, and other grave violations of international law committed in the Gaza Strip,” it added.

🚨🚨 Switzerland has opened a criminal investigation into a suspected Israeli war criminal on its soil, following a complaint from the #HindRajabFoundation.
The HRF urges Swiss authorities to pursue this case with earnestness and vigour.
more info ⬇️https://t.co/AvutORpjBQ pic.twitter.com/ZblfN2gm90

— The Hind Rajab Foundation (@HindRFoundation) February 5, 2025