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UN Warns of Worsening Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza as Aid Falls Short of Needs ———————————— The United Nations has renewed warnings that the humanitarian situation in Gaza Strip continues to deteriorate, saying the volume of aid allowed into the enclave…

Debate Grows in Australia Over Possible Return of Women and Children Linked to Islamic State ———————————- A political and security debate is intensifying in Australia over the potential return of women and children linked to fighters from the Islamic State…

Sweden Democrats Renew Call for Hijab Ban in Schools and Healthcare Facilities ————————————- The far-right Sweden Democrats (SD) have renewed their call for a ban on wearing the hijab in publicly funded institutions, including schools and healthcare facilities, arguing that…

At Least 606 Migrants Dead or Missing in the Mediterranean Since Start of 2026 —————————————— The International Organization for Migration (IOM) said at least 606 migrants have died or gone missing in the Mediterranean Sea since the beginning of 2026,…

At Least 74 Killed, Including 25 National Guard Members, After Death of Jalisco Cartel Leader in Mexico ———————————— At least 74 people, including 25 members of Mexico’s National Guard, were killed following a major security operation targeting the leader of…

Vox Sparks Controversy in Valencia with Proposal to Ban Halal Meals in Public Institutions —————————– Spain’s far-right party Vox has triggered broad political and social debate in Valencia after submitting a formal proposal calling for a ban on halal meals…

Right-Wing Leader’s Remarks Ahead of 2026 Elections Rekindle Identity Debate in Netherlands ———————————– Debates over identity and integration have returned to the forefront of politics in Netherlands ahead of local elections scheduled for March 2026, following controversial remarks by right-wing…

Study Finds Discrimination in Netherlands Undermines Muslim Youth Identity, Belonging —————————- A recent study has found that everyday experiences of discrimination faced by Muslim youth in the Netherlands are negatively affecting their mental well-being, identity formation, and sense of belonging…

Trump Announces Increase in Global Tariffs to 15% Following Supreme Court Ruling ———————————– Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that he is raising global tariffs from 10% to 15%, escalating a key element of his economic agenda after…

Germany Moves to Impose Restrictions on Children’s Use of Social Media ————————— Germany’s ruling Christian Democratic Union (CDU) approved a proposal on Saturday to ban children under the age of 14 from using social media platforms and to introduce stricter…