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France Cricket's chairman withheld government letters about loss of official status from the board, leading to internal revolt and ICC sanctions including frozen funding.
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Eight teams advance to the World Cup quarterfinals as Egypt raises officiating bias allegations and FIFA faces scrutiny over VAR decisions and US political intervention.
Al Jazeera | Jul 8, 2026, 9:13 AM
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Italy temporarily halts border-free travel with Spain following a surge of migrants into Ceuta, while also tightening controls on its Franco-Italian border.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 31, 2026, 7:47 PM
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French Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister Éléonore Caroit highlights the need for international solidarity and climate governance amid France’s severe wildfire season.
France 24 English | Jul 30, 2026, 1:00 PM
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US President Donald Trump successfully lobbied FIFA to lift the suspension on Folarin Balogun, allowing him to participate in Team USA’s upcoming World Cup match.
France 24 English | Jul 6, 2026, 9:20 AM
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Following FIFA's withdrawal of its controversial World Cup investment proposal, speculation grows over Gianni Infantino's presidency and potential successors ahead of the 2027 elections.
Al Jazeera | Aug 1, 2026, 12:30 PM
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Europe faces a severe wildfire season amid record heat and drought, with Australia providing firefighting support to Greece and France.
ABC Australia News | Aug 1, 2026, 10:29 AM![Māori Battalion survivors of action in Greece, performing a haka in Helwan , Egypt for the King of Greece . From left to right, the four men in the foreground are John Manuel, Maaka White, Te Kooti Reihana, and Rangi Henderson. A cropped version of this photo featured on an ANZAC commemorative stamp issued in 2008. [2]](/assets/images/2026-08-01T05-25-42-529Z-france-and-italy-tighten-borders-following-surge-of-migrants-into-spain-s-ceuta-wikimedia-480.webp)
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In response to a massive influx of around 60,000 migrants entering Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco, France and Italy have increased border controls, marking one of the largest migrant crises in recent European Union history.
CNA Latest News | Aug 1, 2026, 5:25 AM
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Russian missile attacks on Ukraine’s capital resulted in multiple casualties amid escalating long-range strikes and a push by President Zelensky for enhanced air defenses.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 2:42 AM
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After tens of thousands crossed into Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta, many migrants have voluntarily returned to Morocco amid EU calls for stricter border controls and political tensions.
France 24 English | Jul 31, 2026, 2:50 PM
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President Donald Trump threatens to pull Todd Blanche’s DOJ nomination after Republican senators delay a key vote over a compensation fund dispute.
NBC Politics | Jul 31, 2026, 12:19 PM
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Carlos Cordeiro steps down in protest against FIFA's proposal to seek private investment in World Cups, calling it detrimental to football's future.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 10:19 AM
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The Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026 passed the Senate with strong support and now moves to the House of Representatives, potentially impacting countries continuing to buy Russian oil.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 7:05 AM
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell a minority stake in the World Cup has sparked controversy in Asia, revealing a rift between the Asian Football Confederation and its member associations.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 31, 2026, 4:05 AM
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South African series The Polygamist gains attention as Cameroon’s president remains unseen for over 50 days and Tunisia faces deadly power cuts during a heatwave.
France 24 English | Jul 30, 2026, 9:06 PM
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The Cuban Ministry of Public Health reports a sharp decline in childhood cancer survival rates as emergency medical services are suspended due to fuel shortages and blackouts.
Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 6:47 PM
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A major wildfire in southwestern France has stopped advancing, and Spain lifts state of emergency as firefighters continue battling blazes across Europe.
France 24 English | Jul 30, 2026, 4:03 PM
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European football's governing body, UEFA, has unanimously agreed to boycott FIFA events if plans to sell stakes in the World Cup proceed, while FIFA has also charged Argentina over discriminatory conduct during the 2026 tournament.
Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 2:05 PM
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The ruling Communist Party's Politburo acknowledges economic difficulties and plans measures to support growth in the second half of 2026.
CNA Latest News | Jul 30, 2026, 9:29 AM
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Thousands return home in Spain after wildfire containment, while France faces fresh fires and a fourth summer heatwave.
France 24 English | Jul 30, 2026, 7:02 AM
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Following wildfire-related evacuations, Spain has allowed residents to return to Avila province and parts of Madrid, while France experiences increasing temperatures with major heat warnings.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 29, 2026, 7:19 PM
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced a plan to establish a $20 billion company to manage the World Cup with private investors including the Kushner family, drawing immediate criticism from Europe’s UEFA.
France 24 English | Jul 29, 2026, 2:58 AM
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The US delegation protested France's remarks comparing its human rights voting to authoritarian states after opposing the extension of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights' term.
BBC World | Jul 28, 2026, 5:15 PM
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French President Emmanuel Macron convened an interministerial meeting amid ongoing wildfires that have destroyed hundreds of homes and forced evacuations in southwestern France.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 27, 2026, 1:17 PM