Neutrality Studies Unbroken: EU Removes His Human Rights. But He Won't Give Up | Col. Jacques Baud
Jan 10, 2026
Col. Jacques Baud, a former Swiss army colonel and intelligence officer, discusses his recent EU sanctions that restrict basic human rights without any legal due process. He highlights the political motives behind such sanctions, claiming they serve as arbitrary tools of coercion reminiscent of Soviet-era censorship. Baud also raises concerns about the implications for free speech and rule of law, arguing that these actions reflect a deeper fragility in Western narratives. He urges political and legal advocacy to combat these injustices.
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Sudden EU Sanctions And Immediate Hardship
- Col Jacques Baud describes being sanctioned by the EU on December 15th without prior notice and losing access to his funds and freedom of movement.
- He says he now relies on neighbors' generosity and solidarity because his bank accounts are frozen and he cannot pay for basic needs.
Sanctions As Extra-Legal Political Measures
- Jacques Baud emphasizes the sanctions are political, not judicial, so he never faced a court or could defend himself legally before being punished.
- He argues the measures strip fundamental freedoms including movement and speech while bypassing normal legal protections.
A Career Built On Neutral Mediation
- Baud summarizes his long career in Swiss intelligence, the UN, African Union and NATO, stressing his role as an impartial mediator in conflicts.
- He says his mediation work required neutrality and that he never advocated victory for any party in conflicts like Ukraine.
