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German Cabinet approves stricter asylum measures
The German government has proposed several new measures as it pushes on with plans to further curb irregular migration. This comes despite a legal setback this week when a court ruled pushbacks at the border unlawful.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:
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EU and Kyiv prep exit-strategy for millions of Ukrainian refugees
Millions of Ukrainian refugees throughout the European Union will likely have their safe status extended until March 2027, amid plans for their return or possible transition into permanent residency.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Eid al-Adha: Moroccans asked to βabstainβ from sacrifice as faith meets financial reality
Eid al-Adha: Moroccans asked to βabstainβ from sacrifice as faith meets financial reality Submitted by Olivia Hooper on Wed, 06/04/2025 - 14:58 A Moroccan man carries a sheep he bought at a souk near the city of Sale in August 2017, on the eve of the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha (Fadel Senna/AFP) Off For the first time under Mohammed VI, Moroccans are observing Eid al-Adha without the ritual of animal sacrifice,...
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Italian Parliament Approves Meloniβs Controversial Security Law
Previously, more than 10,000 people protested in Rome, holding signs that read βRaise Your Head against the State of Fear.β On Wednesday, the Italian Parliament approved a controversial security law promoted by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The legislation, which has faced strong criticism in recent months from opposition parties, labor unions and numerous organizations, passed [β¦]
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Hikers ignored warnings before Mount Etnaβs latest eruption, Sicilian officials say
Mount Etna often remains safe to climb during eruptions with the aid of a qualified guide.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:UK governments calls for probe into deaths of Palestinians at Gaza aid sites
UK governments calls for probe into deaths of Palestinians at Gaza aid sites The UK government has called for an "immediate and independent investigation" into the deaths of Palestinians at aid distribution sites in theGazaStrip this week. Middle East Minister Hamish Falconer said the deaths of Palestinians as they sought food were "deeply disturbing", and called Israel's new measures for aid delivery "inhumane". On...
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Israel strikes Syria hours after missiles launched towards occupied Golan Heights
Israel strikes Syria hours after missiles launched towards occupied Golan Heights Israeliair strikes targeted southernSyriaon Wednesday morning, just hours after two missiles were launched towards the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. The missiles were reportedly fired from the town of Tasil in Syria's Daraa Governorate - an area where Israel conducted militaryoperationsin April as part of its ongoing incursions into...
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Aid group halts food deliveries in Gaza after shootings near distribution sites
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation did not give out any aid on Wednesday after dozens of Palestinians looking for aid were reportedly killed this week.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Russian Security Council Secretary Shoigu Meets With Kim Jong-Un
North Korea and Russia continue to strengthen their alliance following the signing of a military cooperation treaty a year ago. On Wednesday, Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu met with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang, as the two countries continue to strengthen their alliance following the signing of a military cooperation treaty [β¦]
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Now the hard part: Lee Jae-myung and S Koreaβs quest for balance
This article was originally published by Pacific Forum. It is republished with permission. When Lee Jae-myung last ran for the South Korean presidency in 2022 he campaigned for balance in Seoulβs foreign relations. At a time when the Biden administration pushed for not just closer bilateral but trilateral cooperation with Japan on the security issues [β¦] The post Now the hard part: Lee Jae-myung and S Koreaβs quest for...
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:'They will die': Foreign aid cuts hit women and girls the hardest as NGOs face closure
Reduced aid funding threatens the lives of women and girls worldwide as many NGOs that support them predict they will be forced to shut down soon.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Isar Valley: How Munich became Europe's preeminent startup capital
In the Bavarian capital, international talent meets an ecosystem built to help startups succeed. Here, founders gain access to capital, expertise, and networks that can turn ideas into thriving businesses.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:World might have set itself an unachievable nature target, says former UK negotiator
A landmark global goal to halt and reverse biodiversity loss by 2030 is close to... The post World might have set itself an unachievable nature target, says former UK negotiator appeared first on Carbon Brief.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Congo-Kinshasa: Congolese Rapper Aand Influencer Joins WFP DR Congo Family As Champion For Nutrition
[WFP] KINSHASA -- The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) announces its partnership with rising Congolese music star Sista Becky (Rebecca Kalonji) as a High-Level Supporter, advocating for nutrition and healthy eating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:EU to extend protection for Ukrainian refugees and plan for post-war returns
The new plan prepares EU countries for two scenarios: long-term residence for displaced Ukrainians and voluntary returns after the war.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Meet Robert Kun, the actor bringing Kazakhstanβs action film industry to the world stage
Actor and stunt coordinator Robert Kunβs path in cinema started with martial arts and led to blockbuster stunts. Now heβs bringing the lessons from Hollywood back home to develop Kazakhstanβs film industry.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:US updates: Trump's 50% steel tariffs come into force
The Trump administration has said this latest tariff move will help secure the US steel industry and curb foreign countries from flooding the US market with low-cost metals. DW has the latest.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:EU extends temporary protection for Ukrainian refugees but wants long-term fix
Brussels will appoint a special envoy for Ukrainians in the EU to help to lay the groundwork for their gradual return.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Brussels asks EU countries to use less water
Countries would set their own water efficiency targets under the proposal, which would not be legally binding.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:EU Commission unveils 13 targets for overseas raw materials projects
The announced projects aim to enhance the European Unionβs political independence in goods production.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Rescue vehicles in New Orleans blessed ahead of hurricane season
New Orleans honoured its first responders on Tuesday with a βBlessing of the Fleet,β marking the beginning of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season in a unique ceremony.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Will President Lee Jae-myung Bring Geopolitical Realignment for South Korea?Β
If the past trend is any guide, the new government will exhibit stability with respect to the U.S. alliance β while trying to maintain alignment with China as well.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Government collapse plunges Netherlands in turmoil ahead of key NATO summit
Right-wing leader Geert Wilders' exit from government ended the already fragile Dutch coalition after just 11 months in power.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:How Europe is planning to cope with drought
As crucial waterways run low and Europe's farmers worry about their crops, the European Union is trying to come up with a strategy to keep the water flowing.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Is Europe prepared for worsening drought and water scarcity?
As crucial waterways run low and Europe's farmers worry about their crops, the European Union is trying to come up with a strategy to keep the water flowing.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Zimbabwe: Don't Panic Over Army Unit On Field Training Exercise - ZNA Diffuses Fears of a 'Signal'
[New Zimbabwe] The Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) has announced that one of its units will be on a routine field exercise in Harare's suburban areas.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Somalia: Al-Shabaab Claims It Shot Down Helicopter During AU Evacuation in Central Somalia
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- Somalia's Al-Shabaab militant group has claimed responsibility for shooting down a helicopter near its stronghold in the Middle Shabelle region, during an evacuation mission by Burundian troops under the African Union's AUSSOM mission, officials said Tuesday.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Somalia: Puntland Forces Kill Over 35 ISIS Fighters in Major Offensive
[Shabelle] Bosaso, Somalia -- Puntland's elite security forces killed more than 35 ISIS militants, including several foreign fighters, during a major military operation in the mountainous rural areas between Miraale and Balade in Bari region on Tuesday, regional officials said.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:South Africa: Judge Slams Home Affairs for 'Unintelligible, Illogical Babble' in Gay Case
[GroundUp] Immigration official rejected the asylum application of a man from Chad who was imprisoned solely for homosexuality
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:South Africa: Children's Homes, Rehabs and Shelters Face Closure Once Again As Gauteng Government Fails to Pay
[GroundUp] Department of Social Development says there were "payment system challenges" and some organisations are non-compliant
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:The Fall of Mongoliaβs Coalition GovernmentΒ Β
A youth-driven protest succeeded in toppling Oyun-Erdene and the coalition government. But what comes next?
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Congo: Ex-President Kabila's return fuels rebel controversy
Former Congolese President Joseph Kabila is in Goma β a city under M23 rebel control. Officially, he speaks of peace. But Kinsasha accuses him of high treason. As tensions rise, the conflict threatens to escalate.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Russia developing multiples more ammunition than NATO, says Secretary General Mark Rutte
NATO allies must commit to spending 5% of GDP on defence, as Russian threat looms, says NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. Within three months, Russia develops four times the amount of ammunition NATO countries produce in a year, he said.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Ford, Hyundai post higher U.S. sales in May on strong SUV, truck demand
U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff policies have fuelled uncertainty across the auto industry, driving up supply costs, pressuring margins and pushing some automakers to pass the expenses on to consumers.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Gaza: UN relief chief welcomes growing support for aid teams to resume vital work
Amid reports of yet another deadly attack on a school in Gaza on Wednesday, the UNβs top aid official Tom Fletcher welcomed growing international calls for lifesaving aid work by established agencies to resume in the war-torn enclave.
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