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Libya mourns military chief killed in Turkey crash

Hundreds gather in Misrata to mourn Gen. Muhammad Ali Ahmad al-Haddad, killed in a Turkish private jet crash. The incident highlights Libya's fragile political divisions. Read the full report.

Libya's top general killed in Turkey plane crash

Libya's military chief and four others died when their private jet crashed after takeoff from Ankara. The general was returning from high-level defence talks. Read the latest on this tragic loss.

Libyan Army Chief Dies in Turkey Plane Crash

General Mohammed Ali Ahmed al-Haddad, Libya's army chief of staff, has been killed in a plane crash near Ankara. The incident raises questions about regional security and Turkey's military ties to Libya. Read the full report.

Channel Crossings Exceed 41,000 in 2025

Latest figures reveal over 41,000 people have crossed the English Channel in small boats in 2025, with a significant spike of 803 arrivals in a single day. Discover the details of this ongoing migration challenge.

Migrant Who Threatened Jews Freed After Small Boat Crossing

A Palestinian militant who entered the UK illegally by small boat and posted anti-Semitic threats has been released from prison, sparking fears in the Jewish community. The Home Office faces calls for his immediate deportation.

UK's migrant deal returns nearly 200 to France

Borders Minister Alex Norris reveals the UK-France 'one-in-one-out' agreement is operational, with nearly 200 returns. The government now seeks similar pacts with other European nations to combat people smuggling gangs. Read the latest.

Libya's National Museum Reopens After 14-Year Closure

The National Museum of Libya in Tripoli has reopened with a lavish ceremony after 14 years of civil war closure. Hopes are high it can foster unity, but deep political and economic divisions remain.

France uses dangerous nets to stop migrant boats

French police prepare controversial 30-metre nets to intercept migrant vessels despite safety warnings. Over 39,000 migrants have reached Britain this year. Read the full story.

French police use nets to stop Channel migrant boats

French police will deploy large nets to intercept small boats in the Channel, a controversial tactic warned could cause fatalities. Read the full report on the new UK-France migration strategy.

4 dead after migrant boat capsizes off San Diego

At least four people have died after a wooden migrant vessel capsized in stormy seas off San Diego. The Coast Guard continues its search for survivors in this tragic human smuggling incident.

42 migrants dead after boat capsizes off Libya

At least 42 migrants are presumed dead after their boat capsized off Libya. Seven survivors were found after six days at sea. Read more on the Central Mediterranean crisis.

Libya's $20bn fuel smuggling scandal exposed

Shocking report reveals how state-sanctioned fuel smuggling cost Libya $20bn, with smuggled fuel prolonging Sudan's civil war. Calls for international investigation grow.

Second migrant caught re-entering UK after removal

A migrant has been detained after illegally re-entering the UK by small boat following removal to France. The Home Office vows to expedite his return. Read the latest on border enforcement.

Southampton Boat Show faces brutal budget uncertainty

The prestigious Southampton International Boat Show faces unprecedented challenges as government budget delays create a 'brutal' atmosphere, leaving marine businesses feeling 'very attacked' and threatening the future of this cornerstone UK marine event.

Iranian migrant deported after two weeks in UK

Exclusive: An Iranian migrant who arrived in Britain via small boat has been removed from the country after only 14 days, in what officials are calling a rapid deportation success story.

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