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Europol and Spanish authorities announced the dismantling of a major criminal network smuggling migrants, drugs, and weapons across the Western Mediterranean. The operation led to 78 arrests and the seizure of boats, cash, and drugs, with officials describing the network as highly dangerous and complex.
The United States has spent months seeking an international naval coalition to escort vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, but European allies, including the UK and France, are reluctant to commit. Analysts say the hesitation reflects deep caution about being drawn into a conflict they did not initiate, especially without clear Gulf support.
At a BRICS ministerial meeting in Jaipur, Russia proposed developing the Northern Sea Route as an alternative transit corridor and expanding cooperation in metallurgy, mining, critical minerals, and digitalization. Deputy Minister Alexey Gruzdev said the initiatives received positive responses from member states.
The US economy shed 23,000 jobs in July, a surprise that contradicts President Trump's narrative of economic revival. The unemployment rate held at 4.1%, but sector declines and downward revisions to prior months underscore concerns about labor market strength.
Central Europe faces record-breaking temperatures as a severe heatwave disrupts energy and transport systems. Austria and Slovakia have seen all-time highs, while Hungary and Slovakia's nuclear plants operate at reduced capacity due to low Danube water levels. Italy has issued its highest heat alert for all major cities, and wildfires and drought affect the wider region.
Deutsche Welle's explanatory report looks beyond the headlines about extreme heat, outlining how scientists measure temperature records, why cities warm faster than rural areas, and the role of humidity in dangerous heat. The piece draws on climatologists to break down what phrases like 'hottest day ever' really mean.
The Confederation of African Football's Executive Committee has unanimously confirmed its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino, as Africa's 54 members back him amid controversy over a now-abandoned World Cup revenue plan. CAF President Patrice Motsepe called for good governance while thanking Infantino for his support for African football.
The Russian embassy in London and Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova have criticized the UK's latest sanctions package, saying the change in British leadership has not altered London's 'anti-Russian' course. The embassy said the sanctions, aimed at inflicting a 'strategic defeat' on Russia, have proven futile, while Zakharova commented on Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Ukraine policy and his award of the Ukrainian Order of Freedom.
President Trump took to Truth Social to express his full support for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, dismissing a Washington Post report of a heated confrontation over munitions shortages as 'treasonous' and 'fake.' The White House press secretary also rejected the story, while officials confirmed Trump had been aware of munitions concerns for months.
Between 3,000 and 5,000 migrants remain in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta following a mass crossing from Morocco that left about 100 dead, according to the territory's president. Local and European officials traded accusations over who was responsible for the crisis, which has strained relations among EU states.
The Trump administration is pushing back against reports of depleted US missile stockpiles after five months of war with Iran. President Trump has denied any strategic disadvantage and vowed to prosecute those who leaked information, while experts warn of risks from low air defence interceptor supplies.
German authorities have launched a counterterrorism investigation after an explosives-laden drone was discovered at Leipzig/Halle Airport, causing flight diversions and partial closures. Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt described the incident as a 'hybrid attack scenario,' and suspicion has fallen on Russia amid ongoing investigations.
FIFA's management board expressed support for Gianni Infantino following the withdrawal of a controversial plan to sell stakes in competitions to private investors. The episode triggered criticism from confederations and raised questions about his leadership ahead of the next presidential election.
A new report reveals that Palantir paid just 1.4% in global effective tax, including no US federal income tax and only £2m in UK corporation tax, despite holding £670m in UK government contracts. The report, commissioned by Unison and published by CICTAR, highlights profit-shifting and tax breaks as key factors.
European underground gas storage levels have dropped to their lowest in five years, with net injection rates hitting a three-year low in early August. Data from Gas Infrastructure Europe, cited by TASS, show storage facilities are only about 57% full, significantly below last year's levels and the European Commission's 90% target for the start of winter.
FIFA's plan to sell minority stakes in World Cups and other events has collapsed amid fierce opposition from UEFA and other confederations. Despite an apology and pledge to review processes, UEFA has sent a legal preservation letter, and calls for President Gianni Infantino's resignation intensify.
Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta has appealed for government assistance after last week's migrant influx left around 1,100 unaccompanied minors stranded. Local officials describe the situation as unsustainable, while Spain has approved emergency funding for the territory.
Pope Leo XIV will make his first Latin America trip from November 6 to 17, visiting Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru. The journey marks the first papal visit to Argentina and Uruguay in nearly 40 years and holds personal significance as Leo returns to Peru, where he served as a missionary and bishop.
NATO is working to urgently supply Ukraine with air defenses after Kyiv failed to intercept any Russian ballistic missiles in a recent attack. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy warns Moscow is ramping up missile production ahead of winter, while the EU has released $4 billion for military procurement.
Italian opposition leaders, including Five Star Movement chief Giuseppe Conte and European Parliament member Danilo Della Valle, have voiced strong opposition to continued arms supplies to Ukraine, citing the burden on Italian citizens and the risk of escalating conflict. A recent poll suggests a majority of Italians share this view, while the government reportedly prepares new military aid packages.