Protestors who invaded the train tracks at Geneva and Lausanne stations on Monday could face a lengthy jail term.
Swiss Federal Railways has confirmed it will take legal action against those who disrupted traffic. The company says it's normal procedure when trains are stopped by third parties.
According to the Criminal Code, obstruction of public traffic can be punished by a ten-year prison sentence.
Increase in burglaries
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Car accident near Geneva
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Concerns over new Lausanne tram service
Lausanne's new tram is already drawing complaints — before it even enters service
More money for AI experts
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Another minor earthquake hits Switzerland
A magnitude 3.8 earthquake has struck near the Diablerets in Vaud this morning, felt across a wide area of the Alps
First taste of winter
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