Year: 2026

Morocco’s interior ministry reported 11 fatalities from migrant attempts to reach Spain’s Ceuta last week, significantly lower than Spain’s figure of at least 72. This surge, attributed to social media misinformation, prompted diplomatic tensions within the European Union over migration policies.

Japan and the United States have confirmed a joint intervention to support the yen, which has fallen to 40-year lows. The Japanese Ministry of Finance stated the action addresses excessive volatility, with further measures possible. US President Donald Trump characterised the intervention as a sign of friendship and economic support.

Approximately 130 wildfires are currently burning in British Columbia, according to the BC Wildfire Service, which indicates that nearly half are classified as out-of-control. Efforts to manage the situation are ongoing amid growing concerns for affected areas.

Gaza: overnight Israeli strikes kill at least 8, including a husband and wife, amid ongoing conflict developments.

Ohio Representative Marcy Kaptur was hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries following a hit-skip car crash in Toledo on Sunday. Kaptur, 80, was a passenger en route to a church service. An investigation is ongoing as authorities seek the driver who fled the scene.

Two people have died after a helicopter collided mid-air while fighting wildfires in the Psatha region of Greece, igniting flames on impact.

Greek police have charged a 26-year-old Afghan national with the murder of 38-year-old British national Elisabeth-Jane Ross, whose body was found in a suitcase in Athens last month. The suspect reportedly confessed to homicide, robbery, and weapon offences linked to the case.

Hershey’s Canada has initiated a recall of select products from its Creamy Milk Chocolate Kisses range. This decision follows a report of an individual experiencing an allergic reaction to nuts after consuming the candy.

Democratic Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona expressed concerns over the Biden administration’s handling of the ongoing conflict, highlighting a lack of strategic goals amid escalating military actions. He emphasised the rising costs affecting Americans and questioned the proposed defence funding requests in light of mounting national debt.

A bomb disguised as a gift detonated at Balzi Rossi restaurant in Moscow, killing three and injuring over 20, as authorities investigate the incident.