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Migrant detention and the 'build the wall' challenge: Tetris and Snake, Trump version
The White House website has launched a video game section called 'Arcade', designed to promote the administration's policies in an interactive way. Among the games: collecting flying bills to 'fill' children's accounts and a game inspired by 'Flappy Bird', where an eagle carries a bill over the National Mall in Washington.

Right-wing show of force in Spain: "Sanchez the traitor is a servant of Morocco. To prison!"
A month after the mass storming of Ceuta, thousands of migrants remain in the Spanish enclave, and public anger toward Pedro Sanchez's left-wing government is intensifying. On Wednesday, massive protests took place across Spain; in Madrid, crowds chanted "Sanchez to prison!", while in Valencia, protesters burned his photos, demanding action against what they call a "treacherous government."

Spain accuses "Russian and Israeli networks" of spreading disinformation
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez claimed that "Russian and Israeli networks" spread false information that triggered a mass influx of migrants into Ceuta. Sanchez did not provide evidence for his claims but ruled out Moroccan involvement in the crisis.

Storm in Spain: Did the government ignore intelligence warnings before the breach in Ceuta?
Defense Minister Margarita Robles claims that the warning reached the police and immigration authority, which identified the mass call to cross the border. These remarks contradict previous government statements that there was no prior information. The storm increases pressure on Prime Minister Sanchez, whom polls predict will lose his rule in the upcoming elections.

Storm in Belgium: Government refuses to accept students from Gaza
A group of Palestinian researchers who have already received study offers in the European country will not be able to begin their studies. The reason is the blocking of their exit from the Gaza Strip due to disagreements within the nationalist coalition regarding immigration policy.

"Housing in a commercial refrigerator and at a waste site": This is the reality of foreign workers in Israel
While employers in Israel praise the productivity of the approximately quarter-million workers who replaced the Palestinians, severe rights violations and appalling living conditions are being exposed, threatening to lead to an unprecedented humanitarian crisis.
Europe is losing patience: Denmark becomes the first country to restrict Ukrainian refugees
After years of lenient policy, Denmark is changing course: 14 regions in Ukraine will be considered relatively safe, thousands of benefit recipients will be required to work, and men subject to conscription are also in the crosshairs.

Investigation: Europe is being blackmailed and is paying a cruel Libyan tyrant to prevent a "massive influx of migrants"
The militias of General Khalifa Haftar, who controls eastern Libya, have been accused for years of abuse and extortion of ransom from migrants. Despite this, the European Union intends to fund and train the general's forces to stop the flow of refugees. A "Der Spiegel" investigation reveals that Brussels is acting out of "fear of retaliation".

After the death of 96 people: Spain will transfer 500 children from Ceuta to the mainland
About 500 minors will be transferred from Ceuta to mainland Spain after at least 96 people were killed during a mass crossing from Morocco at the end of July. The move marks a shift in Madrid's position, comes against the backdrop of a humanitarian crisis in the enclave, and is expected to spark a confrontation with right-wing parties opposed to their reception.
In conversation with a Holocaust denier: Tucker Carlson has once again targeted the State of Israel
Tucker Carlson, former Fox News host and now an independent internet star, blames Israel for the destructive Muslim immigration in Spain.

A sharp drop in the number of Israelis returning to the country: "The government not only neglected it, but led to it"
In 2022-2024, there was a drastic 53% decrease in the number of returning residents. According to the Knesset Research and Information Center, the main deterrents are the waiting period for health insurance, discrimination in rights compared to new immigrants, and difficulties in integrating children.

"When Rabat wants to, it succeeds": Hundreds of migrants arrested in new infiltration attempt into Spain
294 migrants were arrested, and according to the Tetouan province announcement, most of them arrived from sub-Saharan countries. According to the Spanish newspaper "El País", the country's authorities deployed an unprecedented scale of forces and technological means to prevent the crossing of the border barrier.
Europe is disappearing: The alarming demographic figure that may herald the end of the continent
Europe is aging and needs immigrants, but struggles to integrate some of them. Data from Germany point to gaps regarding religion and law, while the right is strengthening and the debate over the continent's future is intensifying.

Morocco Claims Sovereignty Over Ceuta and Melilla, Spain: "They Are Spanish and Will Never Be Handed Over"
Two weeks after 72,000 migrants breached the Spanish enclave in North Africa, the Moroccan Minister of Justice declared that his country has not abandoned its claims to Ceuta and Melilla. Spanish Defense Minister Margarita Robles firmly rejected the statement: "They are not just Spanish, they are super-Spanish, and they cannot be touched." The Spanish Foreign Ministry reiterated that Spain's...

The Gateway to Hell: The Desperate Journey of Tens of Thousands of Migrants to the Small Enclave That Threatens to Change the Face of Europe
In the last week, tens of thousands of migrants crossed the border from Morocco to Ceuta, the Spanish enclave in North Africa. From Yemen and Sudan to Nablus, everyone is trying to reach the continent by any means, swimming for kilometers or climbing fences. A glimpse into the impossible reality at the meeting point between Africa and Europe, where parents send their children into the water alone...
"We will meet there on August 15": The call to Moroccan youth that is rattling Ceuta
Less than two weeks after tens of thousands crossed from Morocco to Ceuta, calls are again circulating on social media for young people to gather at the border on August 15. Spanish authorities are preparing for another mass entry attempt and clarify that they are taking the threat seriously.

The invasion of Ceuta: Morocco's message to Spain
Last week, about 70,000 people crossed the border from Morocco into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, with most returning shortly after and a small portion seeking to stay and immigrate to Spain. Behind what appears to be a wave of migration lies a long-standing territorial conflict, with indications that the Moroccan government encouraged the infiltration to demonstrate control over the territory — a...

Extorted and helpless: The great threat to Europe - and who holds the key to the gates
The mass breach into Ceuta exposed Brussels' open secret: Europe pays hundreds of millions to countries like Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Libya, and Mauritania to stop migrants far from its territory. But now it turns out that these agreements have turned refugees into a strategic bargaining chip - and the entire continent vulnerable to constant extortion.

Spain: "We will transfer minors from Ceuta to Europe within weeks," sharp diplomatic conflict with Italy continues
Spain's Minister for Youth announced during a visit to the enclave of Ceuta that the government is preparing to transfer migrant minors to mainland Spain. The migration crisis is sparking a head-on conflict between Madrid and Rome with the imposition of mutual border controls.

"Like a torpedo into unity": Crisis between Spain and Italy intensifies
The Spanish government has decided to respond to the restrictions imposed by Rome a week ago following the mass breach into Ceuta. Despite calls to retract, the Italian government announced it would reconsider its decision only after ensuring there are no security or terrorist risks.
Trump settles scores with Sanchez: "The Spanish government refuses to defend its sovereignty"
The US reaffirmed its support for Spain's sovereignty over Ceuta and Melilla, while sharply criticizing the Sanchez government for failing to protect its borders against a massive influx of migrants.
Morocco has found Europe's weak point — and Israel is in the picture too | Dr. Anat Hochberg-Marom
The migration crisis in the Spanish enclaves undermines the international standing of Morocco, our important partner in the Abraham Accords, which until now has stood out as a regional anchor of political and economic stability.

The war is pushing the world's wealthiest to emigrate: Turkey hopes to be their next destination
Dubai no longer projects security, and the world's wealthiest are looking for a new home. Some left their home countries for security reasons, while others are interested in extensive tax benefits. Where are they moving, and which country is trying to establish itself as the new destination?
After a decade together, her partner is required to leave Israel: "We are not the only couple"
Evelyn and Andrei have been living together for over 10 years, underwent fertility treatments, and established a joint business. Just before completing the citizenship process, Andrei was ordered to leave the country within 30 days. The Population Authority claims that contradictions arose during their interview.

Personal example: Europe is in crisis, yet continental leaders head for summer vacation
The Spanish Prime Minister has faced sharp criticism for taking a vacation during the migration crisis in Ceuta. The British Prime Minister went on leave just two weeks after taking office, while leaders in Germany, France, and Italy are also beginning their summer breaks.
Tens of thousands storm European border: Morocco blames social media
Morocco rejects accusations of orchestrating the migration crisis, claiming that misleading information on social media triggered the influx of tens of thousands of people into Ceuta. Most migrants have been returned, but the dispute over the scale of the disaster continues.

Spain investigates the migration wave to Ceuta: Is it an action by a criminal organization?
Spanish Foreign Minister: Disinformation was the main factor in the entry of tens of thousands of migrants into Ceuta. An investigation has been opened to determine if it was a coordinated action by a criminal organization. Spanish intelligence sources estimate that Morocco allowed the migration wave.

Record in migration: Almost 100,000 left the country for a period of at least 3 months
Over 90,000 Israelis left Israel for at least three months in 2025. Data from a new Tel Aviv University study suggests that figures remain at the record levels seen in 2024.

11 Dead and Dozens Under Investigation: Morocco Blames Misinformation for Migration Tragedy
Rabat has officially confirmed 11 deaths during the latest wave of migration to Ceuta and Melilla, with dozens more cases under investigation. Moroccan authorities attribute the tragedy to human trafficking networks and the spread of misleading information regarding border crossing risks.

Italy Suspends Free Movement Agreement with Spain
The Italian government has suspended free movement arrangements with Spain under the Schengen Agreement. The decision follows the mass crossing of migrants into Ceuta.

Europe Against Sanchez: Will Free Movement From Spain Be Suspended?
The surge of illegal migrants at the Spanish border remains a top priority on the European agenda. Following reports of tens of thousands of people crossing into Spanish territory, European Union member states have begun acting quickly to prevent these migrants from reaching the rest of the continent.

Spain Deploys Army to Ceuta: At Least 18 Migrants Reported Dead
The tiny enclave of Ceuta in North Africa, one of the European Union's only two land borders with Africa, is facing a sharp surge in migration. Over 20,000 people have crossed the border, with reports indicating that some have lost their lives during the journey.

The Spanish Boomerang: The Bill for Obsession Against Israel Paid in Cash
A month after a "Destroy Israel" banner was displayed at the San Fermin festival in Pamplona, Spain faces a massive border breach in Ceuta. Tens of thousands of migrants from Morocco have flooded the city, creating chaos that many view as a stark historical irony.

Thousands of migrants storm the border with Spain, which is struggling to cope
The Spanish news agency EFE reported on Thursday that thousands of migrants crossed on foot into the city of Ceuta, a Spanish enclave in North Africa, after passing through several border checkpoints. According to local Moroccan media, the city has witnessed a significant increase in illegal migration attempts by swimming from the Moroccan coast since July 20, at a rate of more than 200 people per...