Thousands protested the G7 summit in Geneva, with clashes erupting between demonstrators and riot police. Violence included smashed bank windows, a car fire, and stone-throwing, leading to boarded-up businesses. Organizers aimed to highlight issues like environment and human rights.
Around 1,000 people protested for and against an Israeli property sales event at a north London synagogue. Police made 14 arrests amid clashes between rival groups. Opponents claim the event promotes sales in illegally occupied land, while organizers deny this.
Around 1,000 people protested for and against an Israeli property event at a north-west London synagogue. Police made 14 arrests amid clashes between rival groups, citing concerns for Jewish community safety.
Saudi authorities arrested 10,725 illegal residents between June 4-10. The detainees included violators of residency, border security, and labor laws. Over 7,900 were deported, while others were referred for travel arrangements. Yemeni and Ethiopian nationals comprised the majority of those arrested.
Former NFL linebacker Aldon Smith, known for his electrifying pass-rushing skills, has died at the age of 36. The San Francisco 49ers confirmed his passing on Saturday night, with no cause of death immediately released. Smith's promising career was marked by early success and later struggles with off-field issues.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized approximately 17 kg of foreign-origin gold, valued at around Rs 25 crore, in coordinated operations in Kolkata and Agartala. Ten people were arrested in connection with the seizures, which targeted organized gold smuggling networks operating through an international airport and the Indo-Bangladesh border.
Far-right groups clashed with anti-racist demonstrators in multiple UK cities on Saturday. Arrests were made in Brighton, Liverpool, Sheffield, and Glasgow. The marches follow recent unrest in Belfast and Southampton linked to knife attacks and riots.
Two men associated with a Bosnian fan group were arrested and charged with assaulting a peace officer during Canada's 1-1 World Cup draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto. The arrests occurred amid a match that also saw empty seats and a FIFA statement defending attendance figures.
Syria's Interior Ministry announced the arrest of Raft Anwar Al-Amoudi in Daraa, accused of involvement in forced disappearances. Meanwhile, Lebanese PM Nawaf Salam urged Hezbollah to support negotiations with Israel for withdrawal from South Lebanon, a move that reportedly angered Tehran.
Israeli forces arrested a wanted suspect and seized dozens of weapons smuggled from Jordan in the Jordan Valley. Meanwhile, the 2026 World Cup faces criticism over its management and controversial elements, with Egyptian star Mohamed Aboutrika questioning the new 48-team format.
The UN Women agency expressed grave concern over the arrest of at least 30 women by the Taliban for alleged dress code violations. Protests erupted in Herat, with reports of Taliban forces opening fire on demonstrators, resulting in casualties. Local authorities deny arrests.
Syrian Interior Ministry announced the arrest of 20 individuals involved in attacks on internal security checkpoints near Kobani. The ministry stated that it would deal with any transgressions with the utmost severity to protect state institutions and citizens' security. These incidents coincide with the ongoing implementation of a January agreement to integrate Kurdish self-administration institutions into the Syrian government.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested former Reliance Telecom executives Gautam Doshi and Satish Seth in Mumbai as part of its money laundering probe against Anil Ambani's group entities. Doshi was brought to Delhi, while Seth was hospitalized and later sent to ED custody.
China has arrested a U.S. citizen, Min Zin, who heads a Myanmar-focused think tank, on suspicion of espionage and endangering national security. The detention occurred on June 3 at Kunming airport, with sources citing the sensitivity of the case. The U.S. State Department confirmed awareness and is providing consular assistance.
Chinese authorities have arrested US scholar Min Zin, who writes on Myanmar and Chinese foreign policy, on suspicion of espionage. Min Zin, a former student activist who sought asylum in the US, was last seen on June 3 in Kunming, China. The arrest is uncommon for US citizens and occurs amid efforts to reset US-China relations.
Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) arrested eight high-ranking immigration officials, including Deputy Minister Silmy Karim, for allegedly extorting over $8 million from foreigners seeking permits between 2022 and 2026. Nine visa agents were also detained.
Mexico's World Cup opener was marred by violent clashes outside Azteca Stadium as ticketless fans and protesters attempted to breach security, leading to dozens of arrests and injuries among police.
The victim of a stabbing attack in Belfast is "improving" and may be woken from a coma within 48 hours, according to DUP leader Gavin Robinson. The attack preceded nights of disorder in Northern Ireland, resulting in injured police officers and arrests. Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn met with political parties to discuss the fallout.
Palestinian institutions and human rights organizations are observing a significant increase in the arrest and detention of women in the West Bank, with indications of a growing number of female prisoners held in Israeli jails under concerning conditions.
A woman in Bahraich, UP, has accused her father-in-law of repeated rape at gunpoint, her husband of threatening her into silence, and later pronouncing triple talaq. Police have registered a case against five family members.
Two former Utah court clerks, Jennifer Joma and Lauren Kelsey Morrow, are facing federal charges for allegedly helping illegal aliens evade ICE arrests at the Logan City Municipal Justice Court on April 9. They used court records to identify targets and escorted them out a rear exit.
Russia's FSB arrested a foreign national, born in 1990, accused of being recruited by Ukrainian intelligence to assassinate a Russian military officer in Moscow. The suspect confessed to receiving a silenced pistol and reconnaissance instructions.
Tushinsky District Court in Moscow has arrested David Ismailov in connection with the robbery and murder of a woman on Stroginsky Boulevard. The court also extended the detention of three other defendants in the case.
Hong Kong customs arrested six people over the alleged smuggling and online sale of counterfeit Fifa World Cup merchandise, valued at HK$156 million (US$20 million). The operation seized 230,000 items, including jerseys, shoes, and bags.
