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Brazil targets massive fuel-related money laundering network

Brazilian authorities launched a large-scale operation on Thursday against an extensive money laundering network linked to the fuel sector, involving more than 1,400 agents across several states. The operation uncovered billions of reais allegedly laundered through gas stations and later placed in financial......

Fed governor and possible Powell successor calls for rate cut

Christopher Waller, one of the governors of the US Federal Reserve, urged the central bank on Thursday to lower its benchmark interest rate at the next monetary policy meeting scheduled for September 16–17. Speaking in Miami, Waller expressed regret that no rate cut was made in July but stressed......

French politics 2025: Institutional fragility and the road to 2027

The 2025 French political season unfolds amid unprecedented institutional fragility since the establishment of the Fifth Republic. Recurrent tensions over budget votes, frequent motions of no confidence, and the inability of the Bayrou government to secure a stable parliamentary majority underscore a......

Qatar and Egypt condemn “Irresponsible Israeli actions” in Lebanon and Syria

On August 28, 2025, Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani and Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatti condemned what they described as “irresponsible Israeli actions in Lebanon and Syria that threaten regional security.” Their statements came during......

Paraglider injured in fall at Jbeil following recent safety ban

On August 28, 2025, a paraglider sustained injuries after a mid-air fall in Jbeil, Lebanon, according to sources in the field who requested anonymity. Social media videos show Red Cross rescuers attending to the injured individual on rocky terrain near El-Bahsa public beach. One clip captures what appears......

European Union reaffirms stance against Polisario recognition

On June 28, 2025, the European Union (EU) spokesperson for Foreign Affairs reiterated that “neither the EU nor any of its member states recognize the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR).” This statement came amid over-communication from certain separatist channels regarding the EU-AU......

Victoria police manhunt enters day four

The manhunt for Dezi Freeman, the suspect accused of fatally shooting two police officers in Porepunkah, Victoria, has entered its fourth day as authorities continue to search the rugged alpine region. Tributes have poured in at Wangaratta police station for detective leading senior constable Neal Thompson,......

Spanish authorities dismantle €1-million human smuggling network

Spanish police have arrested 14 suspects and dismantled a sophisticated human smuggling network that transported migrants from Algeria to Spain using high-powered boats. The criminal organization, dismantled during "Operation Nautilita," charged migrants up to €7,000 for perilous Mediterranean......

Niger grants diplomatic passport and advisory role to activist Nathalie Yamb

The Swiss-Cameroonian activist Nathalie Yamb, known for her outspoken pan-Africanist positions and her criticism of France’s influence in Africa, announced that she has been appointed special adviser to the President of Niger, General Abdourahamane Tiani. Along with her new role, she also received......

Russia says it remains open to talks but will continue strikes in Ukraine

Russia declared on Thursday that it remains “interested” in pursuing peace negotiations with Ukraine, while stressing that its military operations will not stop until its stated goals are achieved. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told reporters that Russian forces “continue to target......

Rwanda welcomes first deportees from US in controversial deal

The Rwandan government has welcomed the first group of seven people deported from the United States as part of a controversial resettlement agreement. Officials reported that three of the individuals wish to return to their home countries, while four plan to remain in Rwanda and build new lives. Rwanda......

Serial burglaries in eastern Morocco: suspect arrested in Berkane

Authorities in eastern Morocco have apprehended a 32-year-old man suspected of involvement in a series of burglaries targeting money transfer agencies. The arrest took place in Berkane, where police identified him as a prime suspect in a break-in incident. Security sources reported that the suspect,......

Germany uses electronic bracelets to fight domestic violence

Germany is stepping up efforts to protect victims of domestic violence by proposing a law that would require perpetrators to wear electronic bracelets and attend anti-violence programs. The measure, announced by the Federal Ministry of Justice, aims to prevent repeat offenses and increase the safety......