Swissinfo reports that the EU sanctioned former Swiss colonel Jacques Baud, describing him as a conduit for pro‑Russian propaganda and conspiracy narratives under measures aimed at information manipulation.
The article notes these sanctions are part of a broader EU package responding to information manipulation and cyberattacks. It also highlights a regulatory asymmetry: while the EU can sanction individuals, Switzerland indicated it would not mirror this “destabilising activities” list—showing how fragmented frameworks can leave gaps in countering digital influence.
Date: December 19, 2025. Source: swissinfo.ch