The Guardian has identified Latin American criminal groups in at least 12 European countries. A separate report on Brazil’s PCC also names the UK and Ireland.
Oleksandr Syrskyi tells the BBC Ukraine has stabilised the front by inflicting heavy losses on Russia. His comparisons of losses have not been independently confirmed.
Ukraine’s parliament has passed legislation strengthening minority rights. Diplomats expect Hungary to back the next stage of EU talks, but no decision has been confirmed.
The IPC warns of a growing risk of famine in parts of Darfur and Kordofan, as war, drought and funding shortages restrict aid.
The 2026 MPI update puts 1.2 billion people in multidimensional poverty. The rise of 51.5 million does not mean they all fell into poverty in the past year.
Zelensky has accused Russia of further attacks on energy infrastructure. DW reports that he learnt of Trump’s ceasefire announcement through the media and wants guarantees it will be observed.
The EU has adopted new sanctions against Russia, DW reports. Kaja Kallas calls it the largest single expansion of the sanctions list since the war began.
The Guardian reports that the EU will cap plug-in hybrid imports from China at 350,000 a year from December 2026, with production location determining coverage.
Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford have won the 2026 economics Nobel for research into the foundations of economic stabilisation.
A federal judge has issued a 14-day order restricting Trump administration adverts. The White House defends the spending as plaintiffs allege unlawful propaganda.
A BBC Africa Eye investigation places three mourners killed at a Nairobi stadium far from the clash. An investigation into the police response remains ongoing.
South Korea’s military says North Korea launched missiles of different types, with one travelling more than 900km. Seoul describes a show of force.
