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Euronewspolitics1 day ago
Doctors Without Borders says attacks damaged Ukraine healthcare facilities between 2022 and 2025
MSF documented more than 20 attacks on its facilities from April 2022 to December 2025. The WHO recorded 2,815 attacks on healthcare across Ukraine in the same period, resulting in 224 deaths and 902 injuries.
news.sky.comai8 days ago
UK Asylum Decisions Found Likely Incorrect in Inspector Review
An inspection of 47 Home Office asylum cases from August to September 2025 found the majority likely incorrect and four in five made with insufficient evidence. GB News reported the findings from the Independent Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration.
unicornriot.ninjaworld9 days ago
NGO report examines internal culture at Doctors Without Borders regarding Israel
A report from a nongovernmental organization describes antisemitism, antizionism, and hostility as deeply rooted within Doctors Without Borders. The document reviews internal staff conversations and the experiences of Jewish staff members.
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world9 days ago
Airports Call for EU Border System Suspension Ahead of Summer Travel
European airport operators have urged the European Commission to suspend the Entry/Exit System after processing times doubled and queues reached three hours at several major hubs. The system requires non-European travelers to submit fingerprints and facial scans at Schengen borde…
politics9 days ago
NATO eastern flank countries expand border defenses and raise defense spending
Finland, Poland and Lithuania are expanding fortifications, reserves and weapons purchases along their borders with Russia. The effort comes as President Trump questions NATO's Article 5 guarantee and European allies weigh greater self-reliance.
jpost.comworld18 days ago
Iran says Israeli aircraft approached its borders
Iran’s armed forces command said military flights toward its territory constitute a threat and that it reserves the right to respond if the US cannot restrain Israel. Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem called for Israel’s unconditional exit from Lebanon during the same period that US-m…
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Usa Todaysports19 days ago
Canada Advances to Face South Africa in Los Angeles After Switzerland Defeat
Usa Today reported that Canada will face South Africa in Los Angeles after a 2-1 group-stage defeat to Switzerland on June 24. The result sends the team outside its borders for the first time as a World Cup host.
swissinfo.chworld20 days ago
ACI Europe Head Says EU Entry Exit System Not Working Fine
Stefan Schulte called for flexibility to suspend the EES to prevent chaos at borders ahead of summer travel. Ryanair flights departed without passengers in Greece and France due to delays. The European Commission allowed suspensions until September 2026.
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Hamas Meets French Officials to Discuss Borders and Internal Affairs
Hamas representatives held a closed meeting with French officials to discuss Palestinian internal matters and a return to the 1967 borders. The encounter marks the first reported contact between Hamas and European officials since October 7.
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bbc.co.ukworld29 days ago
Gambia and Senegal Sign Cooperation Agreements on Energy, Borders and Digital Economy
Presidents Adama Barrow and Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye concluded the 4th Senegalo-Gambian Presidential Council in Dakar on 15 June 2026 with multiple bilateral accords.
middleeasteye.networld32 days ago
Israeli military reports strikes on Hezbollah sites and operations in Gaza and West Bank
Over the past week, the Israeli military conducted operations against targets in southern Lebanon, the Gaza Strip, and the West Bank. The military also reported actions against smuggling along Israel's eastern and western borders.
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MSF provides 1,500 consultations after attacks displace 15,000 in northern Mozambique
Doctors Without Borders provided mobile clinics and mental health support after armed attacks in northern Mozambique displaced more than 15,000 people. The organization is now phasing out emergency services and donating medicines to local health posts.
Al Jazeerapolitics34 days ago
Baltic States Ramp Up Border Fortifications Amid Rising Drone Incidents and Mutual Accusations
Workers in Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania are constructing anti-tank ditches and concrete bunkers along borders with Russia and Belarus after multiple suspected Ukrainian drones entered their airspace in 2026.
Abc Newsworld35 days ago
MSF treats over 7,000 cholera cases in Nigeria’s Borno state, reports 74 deaths since May
Doctors Without Borders reported 7,439 patients treated at its facilities, with a single-day record of 500 admissions on June 5. The outbreak has reached 14 of the state’s 27 local government areas.
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South Africa Launches Strategy to Enforce Borders and Protect Local Labour
President Cyril Ramaphosa will speak Sunday on the government's approved plan to manage migration. Cabinet endorsed the strategy and a revised White Paper after nationwide consultations.
citizen.co.zabusiness40 days ago
Mastercard and PaidBy Announce Partnership to Enable Cross-Border Account-to-Account Payments
Mastercard and PaidBy announced a strategic partnership on June 4, 2026, in Amsterdam to scale open banking-powered A2A payments across borders. The collaboration combines Mastercard's global connectivity with PaidBy's settlement infrastructure.
abcnews.go.compolitics40 days ago
Armenia Holds Parliamentary Election
Voters will decide the makeup of parliament in the first national election since Azerbaijan regained control of Nagorno-Karabakh in 2023. The contest centers on the ruling party's push to open borders with Azerbaijan and Turkey and to adjust ties with Russia.
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newser.compolitics41 days ago
France, Italy and Spain Propose Voluntary Cross-Border Banking Regime to Ease Rules and Cut Costs
The three countries submitted joint proposals to the European Commission to reduce regulatory barriers for banking groups operating across EU borders. The Commission is scheduled to release a competitiveness report on 15 July.
world41 days ago
EU Entry/Exit System Fully Operational at 29 Schengen Borders, Replacing Passport Stamps with Biometrics
The EU Entry/Exit System went live in April 2026, replacing passport stamps with fingerprints and facial scans for non-EU travelers at Schengen borders.
nbcnews.comtechnology43 days ago
Congressional Candidate Deleted Old Social Media Posts Calling to Abolish Police and Seize Property
A democratic socialist candidate in New York’s 13th Congressional District deleted a prior account containing thousands of posts and reposts from 2018-2022. The posts advocated abolishing police, prisons and borders, nationalizing industries, and seizing private property.
nbcnews.compolitics43 days ago
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Appoints Rosario “Pete” Vasquez as Chief of Border Patrol
The appointment comes as the Trump administration works to maintain reduced illegal border crossings. Vasquez will lead the agency responsible for securing U.S. borders between ports of entry.
france24.comworld44 days ago
Israel Expands Control in Neighboring Areas During Ongoing Conflicts
Israeli forces have advanced into parts of neighboring territories amid active military operations. Some Israeli activists and political figures have discussed extending national borders further into the region.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics46 days ago
U.S. Considers Managing Some Ebola Cases Outside Its Borders
Reports indicate the United States is evaluating plans to handle certain Ebola exposure cases abroad, including a possible arrangement with Kenya. The reports have prompted legal objections, diplomatic review, and online discussion in Kenya.
jns.orgworld46 days ago
EU Official Says Drone Strike in Romania Crosses New Line in Russia-Ukraine Conflict
An EU official stated Friday that a drone strike on a building in Romania marks another escalation. Romania borders Ukraine and is an EU member state. The comment follows the reported incident.
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Russia Says It Is Successfully Defending Borders Against NATO Expansion
European newspapers on May 28, 2026, examined whether Russia might launch a new mobilization drive following heavy battlefield casualties. Coverage also addressed a Spanish political scandal and unrelated U.S. infrastructure work.
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bbc.co.ukworld48 days ago
Council Advised to Oppose 12-Turbine Wind Farm Near Iron Age Hillforts
Scottish Borders Council received a report recommending objection to a 12-turbine project in the Lammermuir Hills. The report cites impacts on three scheduled Iron Age hillforts. The Scottish government will make the final decision.
koreatimes.co.krworld54 days ago
Consumer Group Files Brief Challenging Colorado Climate Lawsuit Against Energy Company
A consumer advocacy group filed an amicus brief on Thursday opposing Colorado's lawsuit against Suncor Energy over climate change. The brief argues the case improperly seeks to apply state law to conduct outside Colorado's borders.
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France 24world58 days ago
WHO Issues Alert on Ebola Spread Risk in DR Congo and Uganda
The World Health Organization has issued a warning about potential Ebola transmission across borders in central Africa. Health teams are monitoring cases in affected regions of DR Congo and neighboring Uganda.
The Independentpolitics60 days ago
46 Nations Agree on New Interpretation of European Human Rights Convention for Migration
Forty-six nations approved a non-binding political declaration on Friday that outlines new approaches to handling irregular migration under the European Convention on Human Rights. The agreement addresses the use of deportation centers in third countries and affirms states' right…
Le Mondeworld60 days ago
New Multinational Anti-Gang Force Commander Arrives in Haiti as Clashes in Port-au-Prince Kill at Least 78 Since May 9
Clashes between gangs in Cité Soleil and Croix-des-Bouquets have killed at least 78 people, including 10 bystanders, and displaced 5,300 others since May 9, according to the United Nations. A hospital and Doctors Without Borders facility suspended operations after treating 40 gun…
The Independentpolitics61 days ago
Hungary Summons Russian Ambassador Over Drone Attack Near Ukraine Border
The Hungarian government has summoned the Russian ambassador to protest a large-scale drone attack that struck the Ukrainian region of Transcarpathia, which borders Hungary. New Prime Minister Péter Magyar announced the move and condemned the strikes that killed at least six peop…
foxnews.comworld62 days ago
Rep. Chip Roy Calls for Greater Scrutiny of Legal Immigration from Muslim-Majority Countries at House Hearing
Texas Republican Rep. Chip Roy testified that Shariah-based legal institutions have taken root in American communities, with the problem most acute in his state. He cited decades of unsecured borders and legal immigration policies as drivers of increased Muslim immigration to Tex…
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Al Jazeerapolitics62 days ago
Gang Violence Displaces Hundreds in Port-au-Prince Neighborhood
Residents of Cite Soleil in Haiti’s capital protested on Tuesday after a surge in gang violence over the weekend forced hundreds to flee their homes. Medical facilities including a Doctors Without Borders hospital and the Centre Hospitalier de Fontaine suspended operations.
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Iran Singles Out UAE as Hostile Base in Recent War Messaging
Iranian officials and military statements have labeled the United Arab Emirates a hostile base rather than a neighbor, citing its military ties to the United States and Israel. The Iranian armed forces warned of stronger responses if attacks resume. The UAE has condemned Iranian…
Semaforworld63 days ago
China Accounts for More Than Half of Global Clean Energy Manufacturing Investment
An analysis of $1.1 trillion in global clean energy manufacturing investments from 2019 to 2025 found that more than half came from Chinese companies. China directed about $136 billion of its investment into factories outside its borders. The United States recorded $236 billion i…
rte.ieworld63 days ago
European Ministers to Discuss Third-Country Hubs for Rejected Asylum Seekers
Ministers will meet in Moldova on Friday to discuss plans for sending rejected asylum seekers to processing hubs in third countries. The Council of Europe meeting is also expected to produce a political declaration affirming countries' rights to control their borders. Officials h…
citizen.co.zaworld63 days ago
1,347 Malawians Return Home from South Africa via Mwanza and Dedza Borders in 11 Days
Immigration authorities recorded 777 arrivals at Mwanza and 570 at Dedza between 1 May and 11 May 2026. Officials described the influx as abnormal and linked it to intensified enforcement actions in South Africa. Remittances from Malawian workers there remain a vital economic lif…
Al Jazeeraworld64 days ago
Gang Violence Displaces Hundreds in Haiti as Hospitals Suspend Operations
Clashes in northern Port-au-Prince over the weekend forced hundreds to flee their homes, with many sleeping along the road to the international airport. Doctors Without Borders suspended hospital activities in Cité Soleil after treating gunshot victims and sheltering 800 people,…
america.cgtn.comworld65 days ago
Niger Suspends Nine French Media Outlets Citing National Security
Niger's media regulatory authority suspended nine French outlets late Friday, accusing them of endangering public order and undermining security forces. Reporters Without Borders condemned the move on Saturday, calling the charges fabricated and urging reversal. The suspensions a…
france24.comworld68 days ago
Tunisian Court to Hear Government Request to Dissolve Al Khatt, Publisher of Inkyfada
A three-judge panel at the Tunis Court of First Instance will examine on Monday a request from Tunisia’s executive office that could dissolve Al Khatt, the nongovernmental organization that publishes and partly funds investigative outlet Inkyfada. The move is the culmination of a…
thenation.comworld68 days ago
Doctors Without Borders Accuses Israel of Restricting Aid Creating Malnutrition Crisis in Gaza
Doctors Without Borders released a report stating Israel deliberately restricted food and aid in Gaza between late 2024 and early 2026, resulting in a malnutrition crisis affecting infants, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers. The medical charity also examined operations of…
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ftfnews.comfinance68 days ago
Ondo Finance, JPMorgan, Mastercard and Ripple Pilot Cross-Border Redemption of Tokenized Treasury Fund on XRP Ledger
The transaction settled in under five seconds outside traditional banking hours through a pilot involving JPMorgan’s Kinexys, Mastercard and Ripple. It marks the first time tokenized U.S. Treasuries have moved across borders and banks in near-real time. The pilot was announced on…
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JPMorgan, Ripple, Mastercard and Ondo Finance Test Tokenized U.S. Treasuries Settling on XRP Ledger
Ondo Finance, Kinexys by JPMorgan, Mastercard and Ripple completed a pilot transaction that settled tokenized U.S. Treasuries across borders and banking systems in near real time outside traditional banking hours. The test marks a major step toward 24/7 global markets. @CoinDesk…
Al Jazeeraworld69 days ago
Media Rights Group Accuses Burkina Faso Authorities of Detaining Journalist
Reporters Without Borders said its investigation found that journalist Atiana Serge Oulon has been held in a villa in Ouagadougou since his June 2024 abduction. The group stated this contradicts official accounts that he was conscripted into the military. The report also describe…
dailyalert.orgworld69 days ago
Jordan Conducts Airstrikes on Alleged Drug Labs in Syria's Suwayda Province
Jordanian air forces targeted drug production sites in Syria's Suwayda province on May 4, 2026, amid concerns over the Captagon trade. The strikes hit facilities linked to a local militia, with Jordanian officials citing coordination with Syria's new government. The action highli…
nknews.orgpolitics70 days ago
North Korea Revises Constitution to Define Borders With South Korea and Remove Unification References
North Korea has amended its constitution to explicitly define its territory as bordering South Korea and eliminate mentions of reunification, formalizing a view of the two Koreas as separate states. The changes also designate Kim Jong Un as head of state and place command of nucl…
rte.ieworld70 days ago
Survey: 67% of Zimbabweans Buy Counterfeit Products, Driven by Price and Economic Challenges
A new survey by Topline Research Solutions and Buy Zimbabwe shows that 67% of participants are buying counterfeit goods, often knowingly, driven by price considerations. The trend is linked to Zimbabwe's informal economy and weak regulations, resulting in annual losses exceeding…
jta.orgworld70 days ago
Berlin-Based Hebrew Publishing House Altneuland Expands Globally
Altneuland, founded by Israeli expatriates in Berlin, is building a platform for Hebrew and Jewish literature independent of national borders and Israeli state funding. The press, launched in 2024, plans to enter the U.S. market this fall with English translations and original wo…
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France 24world72 days agoUpdated
Global Press Freedom Reaches 25-Year Low, U.S. Ranks 64th in Annual Index
Press freedom worldwide has declined to its lowest point in 25 years, according to the 2026 World Press Freedom Index released by Reporters Without Borders. The U.S. fell to 64th place, marking a historic low in the rankings. The index was published ahead of World Press Freedom D…
Al Jazeeraworld75 days agoUpdated
US Ranks Last Among G7 in RSF World Press Freedom Index
The United States has fallen to 64th place in Reporters Without Borders' annual press freedom index, marking a historic low amid concerns over media consolidation and government policies. The global report highlights a decline in press freedom worldwide, with more than half of co…
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DeltaWomen NGO / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 3.0)world77 days ago
EU Initiative Detains and Deports Thousands of Migrants in Mauritania
Thousands of migrants in Mauritania, dependent on street work for survival, have been detained in poor conditions and deported to remote borders. The actions form part of an EU-supported initiative to curb Atlantic migration routes to Europe. Al Jazeera reported on the developmen…
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citizen.co.zaworld81 days ago
Doctors Without Borders Aid Worker Describes Treating Civilian Injuries in Lebanon War
An aid worker with Doctors Without Borders described treating severe injuries among civilians in Lebanon amid the recent war. Cases include a young woman who lost both legs and suffered kidney failure, and a migrant woman paralyzed after a family-killing strike. The accounts high…
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Global Fund Launches $24 Million MOSASWA Malaria Grant for Mozambique, South Africa and Eswatini
The Global Fund announced the MOSASWA multi-country grant on April 23, 2026, with a $24 million catalytic investment to combat malaria across borders. The initiative includes emergency funding for flood-affected areas in Mozambique. Partners aim to reduce transmission and build r…
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Rep. Ro Khanna Faces Challenge on Immigration and Child Trafficking in Jubilee Debate
Rep. Ro Khanna appeared on the Jubilee show where a participant questioned him on child sex trafficking linked to illegal immigration. The episode focused on Jeffrey Epstein, and Khanna defended his stance against open borders. The exchange drew reposts from White House press sec…
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Global Assessment Identifies 325 Migratory Freshwater Fish Species Requiring International Protection
A March assessment by the World Wildlife Fund, the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals, and the University of Nevada identified 325 migratory freshwater fish species that cross international borders and face population declines. These species encou…
news.sky.comworld95 days ago
EU Entry/Exit System Takes Effect for UK Travelers to 29 Countries
The European Union's Entry/Exit System has begun operations, requiring biometric data from non-EU travelers including those from the UK. The system applies to 29 Schengen Area countries and aims to track entries and exits. UK passengers will need to provide fingerprints and facia…
Internet Archive Book Images / Wikimedia (No restrictions)business96 days ago
Scottish Government to Deliver Borders Railway Extension Business Case by Late 2027
The Scottish Government plans to complete a business case for extending the Borders Railway from Tweedbank to Carlisle by late 2027. This study will assess the feasibility of the project, which aims to restore a historic rail connection across the border. The extension could impr…
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Artificial Intelligence Shapes US-China Competition and Poses Transnational Risks
Artificial intelligence is central to economic and strategic competition between the United States and China. The technology also generates risks that extend beyond national borders. This assessment comes from authors Christopher Knight and Scott R. Singer in a Foreign Affairs pu…
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pandaily.comfinance96 days ago
Enterprises Navigate Digital Sovereignty Amid Geopolitical Tensions and AI Advancements
Geopolitical tensions and artificial intelligence developments have led enterprises to evaluate digital sovereignty measures. These measures focus on controlling data and technology infrastructure within national borders while maintaining access to global technology. Fortune.com…