The UK is tightening its asylum policies with tougher immigration measures, including a proposal requiring successful asylum seekers to repay support costs. Critics say the plans will not deter people fleeing persecution but will instead deepen the uncertainty facing thousands still waiting for asylum decisions. Shadia Edwards-Dashti reports from London.

Images showing weapons mounted on Russian-linked vessels in the Baltic Sea are raising concerns about how sanctions are enforced. European navies have stepped up efforts to monitor ships suspected of evading restrictions. But analysts say armed guards could deter inspections and increase the risk of confrontation. Moscow insists it must protect key maritime routes. Is this becoming a high-stakes standoff at sea? 00:00 Armed Russian-linked ships spotted in the Baltic Sea 00:32 Rising tensions a

A row has broken out in Berlin over plans to demolish one of the last remaining relics of the Nazi regime. The bunker, part of Hitler’s former power complex, could make way for new housing and offices. City officials say development should take priority, while critics argue the site has major historical significance. Some want to preserve it as a memorial and educational center. How should Germany deal with such remnants of its past? 00:00 Plans for a bunker redevelopment in Berlin spark debate

The US Supreme Court has struck down President Donald Trump’s executive order restricting birthright citizenship, reaffirming the 14th Amendment’s guarantee for those born on US soil. Trump, who signed the order on his first day back in office and unusually attended oral arguments, vowed to seek changes through Congress. Republicans signalled legislative or even constitutional routes, though House Speaker Mike Johnson noted the high ratification thresholds. Democrats pledged to resist, as im

Keiko Fujimori has won Peru's presidential election by one of the narrowest margins in the country's recent history, securing the presidency with just over 49,000 votes. It is her fourth bid for the office, having previously wielded considerable influence through her Popular Force party's congressional majority. Her opponent, leftist candidate Roberto Sanchez, alleged electoral fraud over disputed ballots cast by Peruvians abroad. Fujimori, whose late father Alberto Fujimori was jailed for human

Twin earthquakes have displaced more than 12,000 people across Venezuela, with hundreds of families from Caracas and as far as La Guaira state now sleeping in parks and public spaces. A public park in the west of the capital has become an improvised displacement camp, offering medical assistance, basic supplies and child protection activities. Ongoing aftershocks have left many residents too frightened to return to their homes, even where structural damage has been assessed as superficial. Autho

As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of its independence, New York is highlighting its unique role in the American Revolution. Although the Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4, 1776, the city remained under British occupation for another seven years. Museums and historians are showcasing sites that survived the war and telling the story of a deeply divided city, where many residents remained loyal to the British Crown. New York also became a refuge for thousands of forme

A new United Nations report warns the occupied West Bank is facing its worst displacement crisis since 1967, driven by expanding illegal Israeli settlements and a sharp rise in settler violence. The findings were presented to the UN Security Council, where most member states focused on the deteriorating situation in the occupied West Bank. France warned companies of the legal and reputational risks of involvement in settlement projects. The United States shifted attention to Gaza, insisting th

Search and rescue teams are continuing efforts to find survivors following Venezuela's devastating earthquakes, with volunteers and international crews working around the clock in the hardest-hit areas. In La Guaira state, local volunteers led the initial rescue operations before specialist teams from Türkiye arrived to assist. Emergency workers believe at least one person may still be alive beneath the rubble of a collapsed building, but reaching survivors remains extremely difficult. Familie

Deadly drone strikes have hit the Sudanese city of El Obeid, killing civilians and raising fears of a wider offensive by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Residents say repeated strikes have targeted homes, fuel facilities and vital infrastructure, worsening shortages of water and fuel in the strategically important city. Aid groups warn the RSF may be attempting to isolate El Obeid ahead of a ground assault, raising concerns of a humanitarian catastrophe similar to previous battles elsewhere in

As Europe swelters under record-breaking temperatures. From Berlin to Rome, people are feeling the impact of heatwaves that are becoming more frequent and intense. So how prepared are European countries for coping with this kind of heat? Our correspondents, Nicole Ris in Berlin and Seema Gupta in Rome, report on how people - and governments - are reacting to the heat. They also explore what countries can learn from each other as Europe adapts to this new normal. 00:00 Record heat in Europe 00:

Iraq is carrying out a sweeping anticorruption campaign targeting some of the political elite. It’s the latest chapter in what is becoming the country's biggest corruption investigation in years. The state news agency says dozens of suspects were arrested across Iraq, most of them lawmakers. Al Jazeera's Mahmoud Abdelwahed reports from Baghdad, Iraq. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X: https://X.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljaze

Germany saw a new all-time high temperature for the second day in a row, recording 41.5C (106.7F) on Saturday. Berlin police deployed water cannon across the city, spraying cooling mist over people seeking relief from the intense heat. The heatwave is now moving further east and western Europe is expected to see a mild drop in temperatures. Al Jazeera’s Rebecca Collard reports from Berlin, Germany. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X: https://x.com/ajenglish Fin

Rescuers are racing against time in Venezuela's coastal state of La Guaira as the death toll continues to rise following a deadly disaster. La Guaira, one of the areas hardest hit, lies on Venezuela's northern coast, just north of the capital, Caracas. Emergency crews are searching through debris while affected communities struggle to recover amid the devastation. Al Jazeera's Teresa Bo reports from La Guaira. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on Twitter: https://

Thousands of migrants are scrambling to leave South Africa ahead of a June 30 deadline set by anti-immigrant groups demanding that undocumented foreigners leave the country. Several cities are on alert amid fears of unrest, while the government has urged citizens not to take immigration enforcement into their own hands. Many migrants are seeking safety as tensions rise. Al Jazeera's Haru Mutasa reports from a transit camp in Durban. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow u

Frustration is growing in Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes, with many survivors criticising the official response to the disaster. In several affected areas, families and volunteers are taking on rescue and relief efforts, filling gaps they say have been left by government authorities. Communities continue to cope with the aftermath as recovery efforts face increasing scrutiny. Al Jazeera's Noris Soto reports from Caracas. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Fol

US President Donald Trump demanded more money and loyalty from NATO, or as he put it to the chief of the military alliance, "a little kiss" at their Oval Office meeting in Washington on Wednesday. Secretary General Marc Rutte was quickly on his feet, to interrupt the US Commander-in-Chief and break into a bout of "show and tell" - to impress his so-called "daddy" with a chart showing an unprecedented surge in military investment in the organization. The theatrics have a high entertainment value,

Two powerful earthquakes have struck parts of Venezuela within 24 hours, including the capital Caracas, leaving widespread destruction and panic. The 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude quakes hit back-to-back on a public holiday, when many residents were at home. Al Jazeera’s Noris Soto reports from Caracas. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeer

The Middle East and North Africa produce more waste per person than the global average, according to the World Bank. Yet the region still lags behind many developed countries in waste management and recycling. To address the challenge, nations such as Qatar are investing in circular economy initiatives that turn waste into valuable resources. Al Jazeera’s Um-e-Kulsoom Shariff explains. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Fi

Gaza’s only prosthetic eye clinic has reopened after nearly three years, with hundreds seeking treatment. Supplies are now running low as most prosthetic eyes since October 7 were delivered by visiting medical teams. Al Jazeera’s Ibrahim Al Khalili reports. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://ww