EU asylum applications down 23% with huge drop in Syrian requests in 2025
The European Union Agency for Asylum finds that in May only 3,100 Syrian applications were lodged.
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Israel depriving Palestinian prisoners of food, its Supreme Court rules
Israel's highest court says Palestinian prisoners are being deliberately starved in harsh prison conditions.
‘Blood moon’ rises during total lunar eclipse
A total lunar eclipse brought a 'blood moon' over Asia, Europe, and Africa as stargazers marvelled at the sight.
LIVE: Five killed in East Jerusalem attack; Israeli forces kill 21 in Gaza
Israel intensifies its bombing campaign in Gaza City as US President Donald Trump hints at ceasefire deal.
Huge crowds rally for Brazil’s Bolsonaro ahead of verdict in coup trial
Thousands march in support of and against Brazil's former president ahead of Supreme Court decision on coup attempt.
Norway elections: Why investments in Israel are shaping the vote
Norway's sovereign wealth fund has become a political sticking point over investments linked to Israel's war in Gaza.
Fugitive New Zealand father Tom Phillips killed by police, authorities say
Man who absconded with his three children in 2021 shot dead after firing on police, authorities say.
Australia ‘mushroom murderer’ Erin Patterson sentenced to life in prison
Judge says Patterson showed no remorse after serving her in-laws a meal of Beef Wellington laced with toxic mushrooms.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,292
Here are the key events on day 1,292 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Israel intensifies Gaza City destruction, bombs another high-rise tower
Israel flattens towers in Gaza City one by one, bombing residential buildings as it seeks to seize the city.
Millions displaced in severe Pakistan flooding as India impacted too
Survivors tell Al Jazeera they lost everything in the floods and tents are needed to protect their children.
Over 300 South Koreans to return home after arrests at US Hyundai plant
South Korean workers detained in an immigration raid in the US state of Georgia are to be released and flown home.
Pope Leo declares teen millennial , known as ‘God’s influencer’, a saint
Carlo Acutis, a digital pioneer, used his computer skills to spread Catholic teaching globally.
British police arrest over 400 at pro-Palestine London protest
Protesters chant against police actions as detentions surpass 400, prompting debates on freedom of speech in the UK.
Settlers attack Bedouins, Ben-Gvir fuels tensions in occupied West Bank
Two Palestinians injured as settlers target homes while Israel's national security minister participates in storming.
Internet disruptions in Middle East and South Asia after Red Sea cable cuts
Microsoft warns customers of 'increased latency' in connectivity and says efforts are under way to resolve the issue.
Week in Pictures: From Israeli air raids in Gaza to protests in Serbia
A global roundup of some of last week’s events.
Pride march in Serbia condemns police violence at antigovernment rallies
The LGBTQ event in Belgrade comes the day after police arrested 42 demonstrators in the city of Novi Sad.
Irfaan Ali re-elected for second term as oil-rich Guyana’s president
Centre-left 45-year-old politician gets new mandate to manage the South American nation's newfound oil wealth.
Sanders, Mamdani rally progressive voters as NYC mayor’s race intensifies
Mamdani discusses how he plans to address income inequality and affordability issues in the largest US city.