Police believe the ring operated by using genuine residency documents issued to Syrian refugees in Germany, which were sent to people in Syria with a similar appearance.
Israel's parliament has scheduled national elections for October 27, the latest possible date, widely viewed as a referendum on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership following the Gaza war. Netanyahu aims to form a broad national government, but polls indicate a desire for his removal, with Gadi Eisenkot as a key contender.
European leaders and Ukrainian officials expressed shock and sadness at the sudden death of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham at age 71. Graham, a staunch ally of former President Trump, was known for his strong support of Ukraine and advocacy for sanctions against Russia.
Former Spanish PM Mariano Rajoy's racist remarks about the French World Cup team have caused outrage. Meanwhile, Ukraine has reportedly struck a Russian tanker in the Sea of Azov.
President Zelenskyy announced a significant government reshuffle in Kyiv, intending to replace Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko. The changes aim to implement an updated political strategy, with specific individuals to be responsible for key foreign policy directions. The reshuffle will also affect law enforcement agencies.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a significant government reshuffle, intending to replace Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko as part of a new political strategy. Changes are also expected in law enforcement agencies.
Former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy's racist remarks about the French football team, alluding to players' African origins, have drawn widespread condemnation from political parties in France and Spain, as well as from French football star Kylian Mbappé.
