Exclusive report reveals two teenage girls were brutally raped by men aboard an overcrowded migrant boat crossing from Libya to Europe. The harrowing ordeal occurred as the vessel drifted for days, exposing the dire risks faced by women and children on th
Exclusive: The new Labour government's returns agreement with Afghanistan has failed to stop small boat crossings, with arrivals surging over 20% in a week. Critics brand the plan an 'absolute farce' as the crisis deepens.
Ex-President Donald Trump reportedly suggested a radical plan to Grant Shapps: using US naval forces to attack migrant vessels in the English Channel, raising profound defence and ethical concerns.
Exclusive: The UK government is considering a radical new policy that would see the Royal Navy take command of operations to intercept and turn back migrant boats in the English Channel, a move sparking fierce debate over legality and morality.
An Eritrean national becomes the second person removed to France under the UK's new returns agreement, amid mounting legal challenges and political debate over the policy's efficacy and humanity.
In a historic first, a migrant who crossed the Channel in a small boat has been returned to France under the UK's new bilateral agreement, signalling a major shift in immigration enforcement.
A leading think tank issues a stark warning that France's shift in Channel policing strategy could trigger a dramatic surge in small boat crossings, overwhelming UK border forces.
In a dramatic move, Spain has petitioned the United Nations to place the entire Mediterranean Sea under its temporary control, aiming to stem the flow of irregular migration and manage search and rescue operations, a proposal that has sent shockwaves thro
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Major joint Russian-Belarusian military exercises near EU borders trigger unease among European leaders, raising fears of prolonged hybrid warfare and regional destabilisation.
Discover the continent's best-kept secrets and timeless classics as we reveal the top European city break destinations for 2025, from cultural capitals to coastal havens.
A major rescue operation unfolded off the Dorset coast after a small boat carrying migrants got into difficulty. Two people have died and a third is in a critical condition in a Bournemouth hospital.
The historic HMS Haslemere sea fort in Portsmouth Harbour is set to become a floating migrant accommodation centre, housing 500 asylum seekers as the government grapples with record Channel crossings and a £8M daily hotel bill.
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A crucial migrant flight from the UK to Rwanda has been halted after French lawyers successfully blocked the deal. The legal challenge raises major questions about the future of the government's flagship asylum policy and its agreement with France.
As the EU navigates a new era of geopolitical upheaval and internal challenges, The Guardian argues that incrementalism is no longer enough. This analysis calls for a radical, courageous new vision to secure the bloc's future prosperity and security.
Discover hidden European gems where summer's warmth extends into September. From secluded Greek islands to tranquil Italian lakes, uncover Guardian readers' favourite late-season retreats for perfect weather without the crowds.
A Dallas motel manager was found decapitated in a brutal murder, with an illegal migrant from El Salvador now charged with capital murder. The shocking crime has ignited a fierce debate on immigration and border security.
Forget the well-trodden paths to Barcelona and Paris. A prestigious new Time Out ranking has crowned a historic Spanish city as Europe's most captivating destination for 2024, praising its vibrant culture, affordability, and authentic charm.
The European Court of Justice has delivered a landmark ruling, declaring Austria's long-standing border controls with Hungary and Slovenia illegal under EU law. The decision intensifies the clash between national security concerns and the bloc's principle
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Five people, including a young child, have died after a small boat carrying over 100 migrants capsized in the English Channel. The UK Coastguard and French navy launched a major rescue operation in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has publicly endorsed Poland's significant military expansion, calling it 'extremely important' for Europe's collective security as the war in Ukraine continues.
Tragedy strikes the English Channel as a small boat carrying migrants capsizes, leaving five people dead, including two children. French authorities launch a major search and rescue operation amid growing concerns over dangerous crossings.
Golf superstar Rory McIlroy resigns from the PGA European Tour's board amidst strategic disagreements, just weeks after Europe's triumphant Ryder Cup victory over the US.
A woman has tragically died attempting to cross the English Channel in a small boat, highlighting the escalating migrant crisis and perilous journeys undertaken despite government warnings.
The Labour government confronts a major border security crisis as an unmanned migrant vessel lands in Kent, marking the first such incident in nearly three years and sparking fierce political criticism over immigration policy failures.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen issues a grave warning that a second Trump presidency would jeopardise Western security and NATO, urging Europe to prepare its defences.
A Somali migrant, housed in a UK hotel as an asylum seeker, launched a drunken tirade and spat at a police officer. Read the shocking details of the incident and the subsequent legal proceedings.
Exclusive: The Home Office is scrambling to house a record number of migrants, converting former family homes and a giant barge into accommodation centres as the asylum backlog hits unprecedented levels.