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The European Court of Justice has determined that Germany’s reduction of support for rejected asylum-seekers violates fundamental rights, yet the practical impact may be limited by upcoming regulatory changes.
Health Minister James Murray has endorsed the recommendations, which prohibit staff from wearing badges supporting Palestine, Israel, political parties, or football teams on their uniforms
The Rapid Support Forces have moved to engage in the political field, marking a shift for the group previously identified as the Janjaweed.
As the 2026 tournament commences on 11 June, Mexico becomes the first host country to stage the event on three separate occasions, though broader sentiment remains subdued due to format expansion and fatigue.
The Centre Pompidou Hanwha in South Korea has opened to the public, hosting a major exhibition on Cubism featuring works by 54 artists. The initiative is part of the Centre Pompidou Paris’ Constellation programme, which facilitates loans to international institutions while the Paris headquarters undergoes a five-year renovation.
Antonio Costa describes enlargement as the bloc’s most significant geopolitical investment, calling for methodological improvements to speed up the process for six candidate nations without lowering standards.
The lower chamber of Congress passed a war powers resolution 215-208, drawing sharp condemnation from the White House and highlighting deepening partisan fractures.
NHK reports that one woman remains unconscious following the incident, while the suspect’s identity and motive remain unknown.
The case of Lyhanna, who vanished near Fleurance in southwestern France, has intensified national debate on child protection systems, coinciding with broader legislative reviews following institutional scandals.
The Israeli government has signalled that hostilities will persist in Lebanon for the immediate future, undermining the diplomatic breakthrough achieved just 24 hours prior.
The US State Department announced a new agreement requiring Hezbollah’s evacuation north of the Litani River, but military operations persisted on Thursday, resulting in civilian deaths and the loss of a UN peacekeeper.
The Iranian national team has relocated its training base to Mexico after securing visas, with key figures citing the burden of competing while their nation remains in a state of war.
A shark has been credited with predicting Brazil’s success in their opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, adding to a period of heightened visibility for Brazilian athletes on the global stage.
The US Department of Agriculture has verified the first locally acquired case of New World screwworm in the United States since 1966, triggering strict movement restrictions and warnings of significant economic impact on the Texas agricultural sector.
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s decision to extend his term and postpone polls sparks unrest, with international bodies calling for restraint as talks begin.
More than 100,000 ethnic Armenians who fled Nagorno-Karabakh in 2023 are confronting an “unexpected second front” of hostility and legal exclusion as Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan campaigns for a final accord with Azerbaijan.
The broadcaster’s French Connections programme investigates the etiquette and social function of the apéro, noting that a majority of French citizens view the tradition as part of their national heritage.
A review of attacking records suggests Kylian Mbappe and Harry Kane are the leading favourites to win the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot, with James Rodriguez also cited as a realistic candidate for a second title.
The approval of 2,162 Jewish homes across the occupied West Bank has drawn sharp condemnation from the Palestinian presidency, which urged Washington to halt what it described as provocative policies.
The US House of Representatives has passed a resolution invoking the War Powers Act to halt military action in Iran, dealing a political blow to President Donald Trump as negotiations with Tehran remain deadlocked.
Massive Adriatic coast project faces growing resistance from environmental campaigners and political opponents of Prime Minister Edi Rama.
Enrique Riquelme’s television campaign promises trigger formal response from Manchester City and the player’s representatives ahead of Sunday’s vote.
The broadcaster has published a 10-question assessment of football knowledge to coincide with the tournament’s commencement on June 11, directing audiences to its dedicated digital hub for live updates.
Speaking to Deutsche Welle from Tokyo, the former student leader criticises past Western appeasement policies and urges caution over German infrastructure ties with Beijing.
While Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar have criticised Itamar Ben-Gvir’s handling of the Global Sumud Flotilla and opposition to a US ceasefire with Iran, political observers contend the minister’s hardline stance is indicative of the governing coalition’s core ideology rather than an isolated outlier.
As Venezuela emerges as India’s third-largest oil supplier, diplomatic talks in New Delhi focus on stabilising energy flows and expanding economic ties beyond the petroleum sector.
The pair were targeted after a 12-year-old girl’s school drawing triggered a security probe, leading to her father’s conviction for discrediting the military.
Authorities in Kuwait have made public surveillance video of a drone strike on an airport, confirming casualties but offering no details on the perpetrator or the device’s origin.
Authorities confirm discovery of plastic bottle bearing victims’ blood at building adjacent to crime scene, following suspect’s arrest on June 3.
Local officials suggest the bear may have manipulated a window lock to leave the property on the night of 3 June, following attacks earlier in the month that left four people injured.
Al Jazeera characterises upcoming FIFA event as highly charged, framing the footballer’s comments on qualification and personal career.
Public unrest has broken out across Argentina in response to the killing of a teenager, with citizens mobilising to condemn gender violence.
One hundred days after US-Israeli strikes on Iran, GCC nations face severe economic disruption and a strategic reassessment of alliances, moving away from reliance on the US toward new defence agreements with France, Canada, and Israel.
The National Police Agency has disclosed the findings of a targeted audit into the Saga Prefectural Police, confirming that 239 DNA identification tests were conducted irregularly by a former employee of the Scientific Research Institute.
The United States House of Representatives voted 215 to 208 on Wednesday to invoke the War Powers Act, seeking to halt military operations in Iran. However, the resolution is widely viewed as symbolic given the Republican majority in the Senate and President Donald Trump’s veto authority.
The United States has unveiled a ceasefire framework between Israel and Lebanon, contingent on the withdrawal of Hezbollah operatives from the south, though the group’s non-participation in the negotiations complicates implementation.
Prime Minister Edi Rama defends strategic tourism investment amid allegations of procedural opacity and security force misconduct.
The 81st session president assumes office in September, tasked with navigating a period of fractured trust and a pending leadership transition at the United Nations.
Legislative move signals internal US political friction over foreign policy direction, though the resolution’s final legal standing remains uncertain pending Senate and presidential review.
Aryna Sabalenka described feeling “mentally off track” and wanting to quit tennis after losing to Shnaider 3-6, 7-5, 6-0 at Roland Garros, marking another significant upset in a tournament devoid of former major champions.
New York overcomes 14-point deficit to take 1-0 lead in best-of-seven series at Frost Bank Center
Russia has imposed a series of import bans on Armenian agricultural goods and threatened gas price hikes and EAEU suspension, citing safety concerns and geopolitical divergence.
Satrapi, who became a French citizen in 2006, had previously refused the Legion of Honour in 2025, citing hypocrisy in France’s foreign policy towards Iran.
Takashiro examines recordings released by associates but maintains they do not constitute proof of involvement in the creation of targeted content.
Iran defends Gulf attacks as self-defence while Israel conducts drone operations in Lebanon following a renewed ceasefire agreement
The arrest of the deputy minister for immigration affairs marks the latest escalation in Jakarta’s anti-corruption drive, following the detention of a key official linked to President Prabowo Subianto’s social welfare initiatives.
A June 4 opinion piece in Al Jazeera asserts that the 15-point framework proposed by the Board of Peace’s high representative ties rebuilding to conditions that risk cementing Israeli control and ignoring the context of occupation.
The White House has registered a new website using the 'Alien.gov' domain, though no details have been provided regarding its purpose, content, or strategic rationale.