Despite its reputation for stability, Switzerland's Federal Council is facing internal discord, highlighted by the recent resignation of Defence Minister Viola Amherd, who cited political polarization and spitefulness. This upheaval is exacerbated by the subsequent resignations of army head Thomas Sussli and intelligence chief Christian Dussey, intertwined with unresolved tensions between Amherd and Finance head Karin Keller-Sutter over army funding. Compounding these issues is a scandal over fraudulent activities linked to military contractors, threatening to fracture the facade of unity within the Federal Council even further.
Amherd's resignation points to a growing polarization and spitefulness in political discourse within the Swiss Federal Council, revealing deep rifts among its members.
The resignations of Thomas Sussli and Christian Dussey followed tightly, and suspicion loomed over the leaked news, implicating deep-seated conflicts in the Council.
Amherd's clashes with Keller-Sutter over army funding exemplify the tension underlying the collaborative facade of the Swiss Federal Council.
Additionally, a scandal involving fraudulent activities of a military contractor has further complicated the already tumultuous atmosphere surrounding the Defence Department.
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