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Amid a surge of migrants reaching Spain's Ceuta enclave, Italy proposed suspending the Schengen Agreement with Spain, drawing a sharp response from Madrid. Former EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell clarified that no member state can unilaterally expel another from the bloc's free-travel zone.
Tens of thousands of migrants, mostly young people, have attempted to enter Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco, prompting a military deployment and a visit by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. Reports estimate up to 40,000 illegal entries in a single day, with at least 18 deaths, and the crisis has drawn criticism of the Spanish government's migration strategy.
After a mass crossing from Morocco into Spain's enclave of Ceuta, death toll estimates range from 18 to 88. Spanish PM Sánchez visited the enclave, France tightened border controls, and Italy threatened to suspend Schengen. Figures on the number of entrants vary between 49,000 and 73,500.
An investigation into the burglary of Juan Martín del Potro's family home has unveiled a sophisticated network of 'criminal tourists' from Chile, linked to a series of high-profile heists. The case has drawn in international agencies and shed light on a loosely organized criminal phenomenon.
South African singer Tyla has removed her scheduled December concert in Lagos from the public itinerary of her APOP World Tour following online backlash from Nigerians over renewed reports of xenophobic attacks in South Africa. Neither Tyla nor her management has publicly explained the change.
Liberian authorities burned 4.2 metric tons of cocaine valued at $336 million, the largest drug destruction in the country's history. The move follows two record seizures and the charging of senior police officials allegedly involved in trafficking.
FIFA has reaffirmed its commitment to a plan that would create a subsidiary to run the World Cup and offer a 20% stake to private investors, despite a unanimous boycott threat from UEFA's 55 member nations and criticism from other regional confederations. The global body says 'incorrect media reports' disrupted its consultation process and insists 'nobody is selling football.'
Italian prosecutors warn that weapons from Western supplies to Ukraine are appearing on the European black market, with the Cosa Nostra mafia seeking to acquire drones. Russian officials and experts argue the deliveries are backfiring on donors.
FIFA has reiterated its commitment to an 'open and democratic' consultation on a plan to sell minority stakes in a $20bn commercial subsidiary, despite fierce opposition from regional confederations. UEFA has threatened to boycott FIFA competitions, while CONCACAF and AFC have criticized the lack of consultation. FIFA says the plan could raise up to $4.2bn and benefit all 211 member associations.
US President Donald Trump announced a phased agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza, brokered through his Board of Peace. The deal would see Israeli forces withdraw and an international stabilisation force deploy, but Hamas officials conditioned disarmament on Israel's compliance, and Israeli attacks continued.
Morocco's King Mohammed VI has named a major highway after US President Donald Trump, in recognition of his 2020 decision to support Morocco's claim over Western Sahara. The move has drawn attention due to its timing and the ongoing dispute over the territory, with the Polisario Front and Algeria expressing opposition.
Thousands of migrants crossed into Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco, overwhelming local police and prompting the deployment of Spanish military reinforcements. Local authorities reported nine bodies recovered, as the EU's only land border with Africa experienced a major surge.
A scientific analysis by the World Weather Attribution group found human-caused climate change made the extreme weather fueling wildfires in southwestern France twice as likely, and the conditions driving blazes in central Spain 20 times more likely. The fires have forced hundreds of thousands of people to evacuate, scorched large areas, and raised concerns among winemakers about the impact on crops and wine quality.
UEFA's 55 member associations unanimously voted to boycott all FIFA competitions if FIFA proceeds with plans to sell stakes in its major events to private investors. The proposal, announced by FIFA, faced immediate opposition from UEFA, CONCACAF, and other confederations, while FIFA vowed to continue its consultation process.
Iran has formally asked the International Maritime Organization to condemn a Ukrainian attack on an Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea that killed a crew member. Tehran also says it has dropped plans for retaliation after Kyiv's apology, but insists on accountability.
UEFA and its 55 member associations have unanimously rejected FIFA's proposal to open World Cup rights to private investment, calling the plan 'irresponsible and indefensible.' FIFA says the move would expand development funding beyond $10 billion, but UEFA insists the World Cup is not for sale.
Thousands of migrants, mostly Moroccans, crossed into Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta, prompting Spanish authorities to deploy the military. Reports vary on the number of arrivals and casualties, with social media cited as a contributing factor. Spain and Morocco have reinforced border measures, and the EU has called for a coordinated response.
Hundreds of migrants, many swimming or using inflatables, have entered Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco, overwhelming local resources. The territory's president declared a 'total humanitarian and social emergency' and urged the Spanish government to intervene.
Russia's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova condemned Ukrainian attacks on the Caspian Pipeline Consortium's Black Sea infrastructure, saying they threaten global energy stability and harm the interests of Kazakhstan and the US. The CPC reported a drone attack on two tankers, prompting a suspension of oil shipments.
European football's governing body UEFA and its 55 member federations have agreed to boycott all FIFA competitions, including the World Cup, in protest at President Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in the tournament to private investors. The move comes amid threats of legal action and could impact upcoming tournaments, including the Women's Under-20 World Cup in Poland.