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UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin has ruled out running against Gianni Infantino but warned the FIFA president must quit or face a challenger at the March election. The warning follows the aborted deal to sell stakes in the World Cup, which has set off a stream of resignations from key federations and the into question. A NO player-dimension and immigrants follow.
FIFA has banned Leandro Paredes for 10 matches and fined him and three other Argentina players and a coach for post-final clashes with Spain. The Argentine Football Association was also fined for a political banner and discriminatory chants, with an appeal planned.
Ethel Caterham, the world’s oldest person, celebrated her 117th birthday on 21 August 2026 at a care home in Surrey, UK. The centenarian, who attributes her longevity to avoiding arguments and doing what she likes, marked the occasion with family and friends, reflecting on a year of ‘many firsts’ that included meeting King Charles III.
Spain has increased police and military presence in Ceuta following social media calls for another mass border crossing, two weeks after tens of thousands entered the enclave. Authorities have also arrested five suspected smugglers, while officials on both sides of the border manage the aftermath.
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.
A wildfire near Bordeaux, France, has forced the evacuation of thousands of residents and tourists, with reports of over 20,000 people fleeing the area. French authorities have detained 308 people nationwide in connection with a wave of wildfires, with two-thirds suspected of deliberate arson, while the largest fires are believed to have been accidental.
The White House has defended Argentina's footballers who displayed a banner supporting their country's claim to the Falkland Islands after their World Cup semi-final win against England. The UK government and the Falkland Islands government have called for Fifa to investigate the incident, which has reignited a long-standing sovereignty dispute.
Border controls between Spain and Gibraltar have been dismantled after a post-Brexit treaty between the UK, EU, Spain, and Gibraltar. The agreement removes the border fence, brings Gibraltar into the Schengen area, and allows residents to cross with residence cards. Officials hailed the deal as historic, while the status of Gibraltar remains contested.
The border fence between Gibraltar and Spain was removed at midnight as a new EU-UK treaty came into force, integrating the British territory into the Schengen Area. Crowds on both sides celebrated the end of routine checks, while officials described the moment as historic.
Border checks between Gibraltar and Spain were lifted on Wednesday under a new treaty signed between the EU and the UK, integrating Gibraltar into the Schengen area. The agreement, hailed as a new era, is expected to bring economic benefits to the region, with thousands of cross-border workers facing smoother daily commutes.
Firefighters continue to battle a major wildfire in France's historic Fontainebleau forest, which has scorched at least 1,900 hectares and forced the evacuation of around 1,000 people. At least two people have been arrested on suspicion of arson, and French President Emmanuel Macron has pledged to replant the forest.
The 22nd Maccabiah Games kicked off in Jerusalem on July 1, 2026, drawing around 5,000 athletes from 35 to 40 countries. The opening ceremony blended celebration with remembrance, featuring performances by Israeli stars and appearances by former hostages and families of fallen soldiers, as organizers emphasized Jewish unity during a challenging period.
The UK's most senior military officer has warned that Britain will have to 'dial back' military operations without extra funding, as former defence secretary John Healey and former minister Al Carns add their voices to criticism of the government's defence spending plans.
DR Congo has cancelled its pre-World Cup training camp in Kinshasa due to an Ebola outbreak, moving preparations to Belgium. The team's friendly against Chile in Spain was banned by the local mayor over health concerns, while the US imposed travel restrictions on arrivals from affected countries.
The US and Iran exchanged attacks in and around the Strait of Hormuz, with Washington launching 'Project Freedom' to reopen the waterway and Tehran accusing the US of reckless military action. The UAE reported intercepting Iranian missiles and drones, while the US said it sank six Iranian boats. Both sides deny each other's accounts of the clashes.
A study in Scientific Reports suggests Barbary macaques on Gibraltar eat soil to buffer stomach upsets from tourist-provided snacks. Researchers tracked 230 monkeys across eight groups and found soil-eating more common in groups consuming more human food.
Iran's foreign minister and US President Donald Trump have declared the Strait of Hormuz open to commercial vessels during a ceasefire period, though the US naval blockade on Iran remains. The announcement has drawn cautious international reactions, with the EU insisting on toll-free navigation and Iran hinting at possible levies.