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Swiss Court Grants Citizenship Despite Teenage Pranks

2/11/2026

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A Swiss court ruled that teenage pranks should not disqualify an Eritrean woman from citizenship.
The Aargau Administrative Court overturned the Naturalisation Commission's decision, citing past behavior as not representing integration.
The court described the incident as a one-time occurrence and not the sole basis for denial.
Separately, a poll shows strong Swiss opposition to proposed VAT increases for military funding and pensions.

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A Swiss court ruled that teenage pranks should not disqualify an Eritrean woman from citizenship.
The Aargau Administrative Court overturned the Naturalisation Commission's decision, citing past behavior as not representing integration.
The court described the incident as a one-time occurrence and not the sole basis for denial.
Separately, a poll shows strong Swiss opposition to proposed VAT increases for military funding and pensions.