Switzerland President Flavio Cotti called on the Swiss to reject anti-Semitism, despite what he called “unjustified” attacks against Switzerland for its dealings with Nazi Germany. Cotti’s call came in a radio and television address on Saturday as part of celebrations of Swiss National Day. Swiss Jewish leaders welcomed the remarks, which they called long overdue. Meanwhile, Swiss police detained about 30 skinheads in central Switzerland who displayed swastikas and gave the Hitler salute.
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