
Prosecutor Seeks Dismissal of Charges Against Man Shot by ICE
The top federal prosecutor in Minnesota asked a judge to drop charges against the immigrant who was shot by an ICE agent, saying new evidence was “materially inconsistent” with what officials had claimed.
Large migrant smuggling operation in Bulgaria leads to 16 arrests
A Bulgarian-led investigation, carried out in close cooperation with the Hellenic Police and supported by Europol, has led to the dismantlement of an organised criminal network involved in smuggling of migrants from Türkiye via Bulgaria and onward through Serbia or Romania towards Western European countries. The investigation was conducted within the framework of a regional Operational Taskforce established to target migrant smuggling networks using Bulgaria as a transit country.
Strecke München-Karlsruhe: Rauch aus Triebfahrzeug – ICE mit 280 Passagieren evakuiert
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Europol supports French investigation into alleged criminal activity linked to platform X
The investigation is conducted by the Paris Public Prosecutor’s Office with the support of the French Gendarmerie’s cybercrime unit (UNCyber) and Europol.On the action day, French authorities carried out investigative measures in the offices of the platform in France. Europol supported the investigation through its European Cybercrime Centre (EC3), providing specialised cybercrime expertise and deploying an analyst on the ground...
Drug trafficking network supplying cocaine to Iceland dismantled
A criminal network involved in cocaine trafficking from South America to Europe has been dismantled following a coordinated investigation by authorities in Iceland, Lithuania and Spain, with the support of Europol and Eurojust. The group is believed to have generated EUR 4 million in criminal profits through the large-scale trafficking of illicit substances.
Joint report outlines practical approach to prioritising post-quantum cryptography migration in financial services
A new joint report published by Europol and its partners provides financial institutions with a structured, risk-based approach to preparing for the transition to post-quantum cryptography. Advances in quantum computing are expected to challenge the long-term security of today’s encryption standards.

ICE Is Detaining Hundreds of Children
The number of children in immigration detention has spiked since last year. Families describe poor conditions and little education.

‘I Just Want to Get Out of Here’: ICE Is Detaining Hundreds of Children
The number of children in immigration detention has spiked since last year. Families describe poor conditions and little education.

Brazil Charges Slain Paraguayan Congressman’s Son With Drug Trafficking
Alexandre Rodrigues Gomes, whose Paraguayan politician father was killed in a police raid, is accused of coordinating cocaine flights to Brazil. From there, Balkan crime groups allegedly shipped the drugs to Europe.
Eishockey: Nürnberg Ice Tigers: Jakob Weber bleibt
Jakob Weber bleibt weiterhin bei den Nürnberg Ice Tigers, was die Kontinuität im Team unterstreicht.
US man linked to Wieambilla shooters sentenced to three years in prison
Donald Day discussed extreme conspiracies with Queensland family before they killed two police officers and a neighbour at rural property Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast An American man who spent a year discussing extreme conspiracies with the Queensland family behind the Wieambilla shootings has been sentenced to three years’ imprisonment. Donald Day, 58, was arrested in the US after a year-long investigation into his contact with Gareth, Nathaniel and Stacey Train before the trio killed two police officers and a neighbour at their rural Queensland property. Continue reading...

Attorney for Epstein Survivors Warns That Justice Is Impossible With Bondi as AG
The Trump Justice Department is protecting the powerful at the expense of Epstein’s victims, says an attorney representing nine of his accusers. The post Attorney for Epstein Survivors Warns That Justice Is Impossible With Bondi as AG appeared first on The Intercept.

Platforms bend over backward to help DHS censor ICE critics, advocates say
Pam Bondi and Kristi Noem sued for coercing platforms into censoring ICE posts.
„Asylsystem ist Pull-Magnet für junge Männer“
Die Zahl der Asylklagen gegen Ablehnungen steigt stark an. Der Richterbund warnt vor einer Überlastung der Gerichte. „Es zeigt mal wieder, wie dysfunktional unser Asylsystem ist“, kommentiert „NZZ“-Journalistin Beatrice Achterberg.

Hundreds of Children Are in ICE Detention
The number of children being detained has spiked since last year. Families describe poor conditions and little education.

Local Sheriffs Voice Frustration With ICE
As tension builds over immigration raids around the country, local law enforcement officials are increasingly speaking out. We followed a sheriff from Maine who lambasted ICE operations in his state as he traveled to Washington to share concerns with lawmakers.

Rocket Report: Say cheerio to Orbex; China is getting good at booster landings
"You absolutely have to have a plan to compete with SpaceX on price."

Beyond the Big Cities, ICE Is Rattling Small-Town and Exurban America
Far from the national spotlight, towns like Cornelius, Ore., and Coon Rapids, Minn., are dealing with President Trump’s expanding mass deportation effort, and the effects can be acute.

South Africa to deploy troops to tackle crime gangs
President Cyril Ramaphosa says the army will work with the police to fight organised crime and illegal mining.
Midterms in den USA: Werden die Midterms überhaupt stattfinden?
Im US-Podcast beantworten wir Ihre Fragen in einer Bonusfolge. Dieses Mal: Trumps möglicher Einfluss auf Wahlen, Klagen gegen ICE-Beamte und Einreisehürden für Touristen
Police visited home of Canada school shooting suspect multiple times over mental health concerns
Canadian authorities seized firearms from the residence approximately two years ago but later returned them Police have said they were called on multiple occasions to the home of the teenage suspect behind one of Canada’s deadliest school shootings after concerns were raised regarding mental health problems and weapons. Six people, including a teacher and five children, were killed in a school shooting on Tuesday in the western Canadian town of Tumbler Ridge. About 25 other people were injured and two of them remain in critical but stable condition. Continue reading...
BNP supporters celebrate as party claims Bangladesh election win
Supporters of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party were seen celebrating outside the party’s office in the capital Dhaka.
NSW police watchdog to investigate alleged police brutality at Sydney protest against Isaac Herzog
Despite premier Chris Minns’s objection to an inquiry, Law Enforcement Conduct Commission says it is in public interest to investigate ‘alleged misconduct’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast An independent inquiry into reports of police brutality at a Sydney protest against Isaac Herzog’s visit will examine “incidents of alleged misconduct on the part of officers”. The Law Enforcement Conduct Commission (Lecc) said on Friday it would examine the police response after receiving “a significant number of complaints”. Continue reading...
Police watchdog to investigate alleged police brutality at Sydney protest against Isaac Herzog
Despite premier’s objection to any inquiry, Law Enforcement Conduct Commission says it is in public interest to investigate ‘alleged misconduct’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast An independent inquiry into allegations of police brutality at a Sydney protest against Isaac Herzog’s visit will examine “incidents of alleged misconduct on the part of officers”. The Law Enforcement Conduct Commission (Lecc) said on Friday it would examine the police response after receiving “a significant number of complaints”. Continue reading...
Bikinis banned on Sydney bus over ‘cleanliness’ concerns
A sign for the northern beaches Hop, Skip and Jump bus says ‘clothing must be worn over swimwear’ Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Sydney’s Northern Beaches council has banned bikini-clad and shirtless passengers from riding its free community bus service after receiving feedback from passengers. The Hop, Skip and Jump is a daily 30-seat shuttle bus that services the coastal suburbs of Manly, Fairlight and Balgowlah and is frequented by beachgoers. Continue reading...
South Africa’s Ramaphosa says troops will deploy to tackle crime gangs
President Cyril Ramaphosa says the military will work with the country's police force to counter 'gang wars'.
Agreement to allow Muslims to finish prayer at Isaac Herzog protest didn’t reach officers, NSW police say
Men praying were grabbed at Sydney town hall rally against Israeli president’s visit Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast A lack of communication between officers contributed to the violent disruption of a group of Muslim worshippers at a protest against the visit of the Israeli president, Isaac Herzog, New South Wales police say. Footage of a group of Muslims being shoved and dragged by police while performing the sunset prayer outside Sydney town hall on Monday sparked widespread outrage. Continue reading...
NSW police say agreement to allow Muslims to finish prayer at Sydney protest didn’t reach officers
Men praying were grabbed at Sydney town hall rally against Israeli president Isaac Herzog’s visit Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast A lack of communication between officers contributed to the violent disruption of a group of Muslim worshippers at a protest against the visit of the Israeli president, Isaac Herzog, New South Wales police say. Footage of a group of Muslims being shoved and dragged by police while performing the sunset prayer outside Sydney town hall on Monday sparked widespread outrage. Continue reading...
ICE und Grenzschutz: US-Heimatschutzministerium droht Finanzierungslücke
Das US-Heimatschutzministerium steht vor einer möglichen Finanzierungslücke, da Demokraten und Republikaner über den Haushalt streiten. Im Mittelpunkt der Auseinandersetzung stehen Forderungen nach Reformen der Einwanderungsbehörde ICE.

Sydney police to be investigated by watchdog after anti-Herzog protest violence
Videos have emerged of police appearing to punch protesters at rally against Israeli president on Monday.

Streit um Haushalt: US-Heimatschutzministerium droht Finanzierungslücke
Das US-Heimatschutzministerium steht vor einer möglichen Finanzierungslücke, da Demokraten und Republikaner über den Haushalt streiten, insbesondere in Bezug auf die Migrationsbehörde ICE. Eine Einigung zwischen den Parteien ist derzeit nicht in Sicht.

Canada mass shooting suspect had police visits over mental health struggles
Police say the suspect's firearms licence expired two years ago, and exactly who owned the guns used in the attack is unclear.

AfD: Markus Frohnmaier trifft Donald-Trump-Gesandte bei Sicherheitskonferenz
Erstmals sind wieder AfD-Vertreter zur Sicherheitskonferenz eingeladen, Parteichefin Alice Weidel allerdings nicht. Deren Vertrauter Markus Frohnmaier sucht am Rande der Konferenz das Gespräch mit einer Trump-Gesandten.

AfD: Markus Frohnmaier trifft Donald-Trump-Gesandte bei Sicherheitskonferenz
Erstmals sind wieder AfD-Vertreter zur Sicherheitskonferenz eingeladen, Parteichefin Alice Weidel allerdings nicht. Deren Vertrauter Markus Frohnmaier sucht am Rande der Konferenz das Gespräch mit einer Trump-Gesandten.
Parents of Melbourne methanol-poisoning victims ‘shocked’ by $185 fines handed to Laos hostel staff
Fathers of Bianca Jones and Holly Morton-Bowles, both 19, who died after a night out at the Nana backpackers hostel in 2024, say court decision is ‘absolute injustice’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The families of two Melbourne teenagers who died after drinking methanol-laced alcohol in Laos say they have been blindsided by news the workers responsible for serving the drinks received fines of just $185. Bianca Jones and Holly Morton-Bowles, both 19, were killed by methanol poisoning along with four other tourists after a night out at the Nana backpackers hostel in Vang Vieng, a popular tourist destination in Laos, in November 2024. Continue reading...

Seattle to Pay $29 Million to Family of Woman Fatally Struck by Police S.U.V.
The officer was traveling 74 miles per hour in a 25-m.p.h. zone when he hit Jaahnavi Kandula in a crosswalk while responding to a call.

Five Shots in Five Minutes: Analysing One Federal Agent’s Use of Less-Lethal Launcher in Minneapolis
This investigation is part of a collaboration between Bellingcat and Evident Media. You can watch Evident’s video here. The fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent Jonathan Ross in Minneapolis on Jan. 7 sparked nationwide protests, with often violent clashes breaking out between protesters and federal agents. Some of […] The post Five Shots in Five Minutes: Analysing One Federal Agent’s Use of Less-Lethal Launcher in Minneapolis appeared first on bellingcat.

Breaking Bad In The Attic: A Dutch City’s Battle Against Secret Amphetamine Labs
The tranquil city of Echt is being poisoned by the Netherlands' booming drug trade. As drug labs leak toxic waste, the city's mayor has teamed up with the police chief to contain the cartel-driven operations that have made his border city a prime logistical hub.
Agreement to allow Muslims to finish prayer at Isaac Herzog rally didn’t reach officers, NSW police say
New South Wales police reported that a lack of communication among officers led to the violent disruption of Muslim worshippers during a protest against Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit. Footage showing police forcibly removing men praying at the Sydney Town Hall has caused significant public outrage.

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Plan to Cut $600 Million in Health Funds
It is the latest court ruling staving off deep cuts to social services that Democratic-led states say are politically motivated and would harm hundreds of thousands of people.

USA: Heimatschutzministerium droht Finanzierungslücke
Demokraten und Republikaner streiten um den Haushalt des Ministeriums, das auch die berüchtigten ICE-Razzien gegen Migranten in US-Städten finanziert. Eine Einigung ist nicht in Sicht.

ICE in Minnesota: Zehn Wochen voller Angst und Chaos enden
Es war ihr bisher gewalttätigster Einsatz, mit zwei Todesopfern. Nun zieht die US-Regierung Border Patrol und ICE aus Minnesota ab. Einige Städte fürchten, dass die Einsatzkräfte bald zu ihnen kommen.

Police visited home of Tumbler Ridge suspect multiple times over mental health concerns
Canadian authorities seized firearms from the residence approximately two years ago but later returned them Police have said they were called on multiple occasions to the home of the teenage suspect behind one of Canada’s deadliest school shootings after concerns were raised regarding mental health problems and weapons. Six people, including a teacher and five children, were killed in a school shooting on Tuesday in the western Canadian town of Tumbler Ridge. About 25 other people were injured and two of them remain in critical but stable condition. Continue reading...

ICE in Minnesota: Zehn Wochen voller Angst und Chaos enden
Nach einem gewalttätigen Einsatz, der zwei Todesopfer forderte, zieht die US-Regierung die Border Patrol und ICE aus Minnesota ab. Einige Städte befürchten, dass die Einsatzkräfte bald in ihre Regionen verlegt werden.
Hong Kong’s once-vibrant press stays silent or celebrates Jimmy Lai’s 20-year jail sentence
Lack of response shows security law and harassment by authorities have muzzled ‘critical voices’, say experts The rise and fall of Jimmy Lai, whose trajectory mirrored that of Hong Kong itself Hong Kong’s once-vibrant media outlets have responded with silence or celebration to the 20-year jail sentence handed down to Jimmy Lai, a pro-democracy media tycoon and critic of the Chinese Communist party. Lai, 78, was sentenced on Monday to 20 years in prison after being convicted of sedition and colluding with foreign forces under Hong Kong’s national security law. The charges were widely seen as being politically motivated and designed to silence one of Hong Kong’s most influential pro-democracy campaigners. Continue reading...

The High-Stakes Fight Over Masked Federal Agents
The debate over whether federal agents should be allowed to cover their faces with masks has become a flashpoint as the government heads for a partial shutdown.

US-Heimatschutzministerium droht Finanzierungslücke
Demokraten und Republikaner streiten um den Haushalt des Ministeriums, das auch die berüchtigten ICE-Razzien gegen Migranten in US-Städten finanziert. Eine Einigung ist nicht in Sicht.

The DHS Shutdown Could Affect ICE, Travelers, FEMA and More
A lapse in funding probably won’t bring immigration enforcement operations to a screeching halt, but the department is also home to other agencies, including the Coast Guard and FEMA.
Unsealed warrant shows why FBI agents ordered to raid Fulton County election offices - WSB-TV
Unsealed warrant shows why FBI agents ordered to raid Fulton County election offices WSB-TV

Here’s How a DHS Shutdown Could Affect ICE, Travelers, FEMA and More
A lapse in funding probably won’t bring immigration enforcement operations to a screeching halt, but the department is also home to other agencies, including the Coast Guard and FEMA.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q:What is the focus of the joint report related to financial services?
The joint report outlines a practical approach to prioritizing post-quantum cryptography migration in financial services.
Q:What recent event occurred in Bulgaria regarding migrant smuggling?
A large migrant smuggling operation in Bulgaria led to the arrest of 16 individuals.
Q:What role is Europol playing in the investigation linked to platform X?
Europol is supporting a French investigation into alleged criminal activity associated with platform X.
Q:What happened to the drug trafficking network supplying cocaine to Iceland?
A drug trafficking network supplying cocaine to Iceland has been dismantled.
Q:What incident occurred on the ICE train traveling from Munich to Karlsruhe?
The ICE train with 280 passengers was evacuated due to smoke coming from the train.