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Russia is sending its first shipment of grain through Murmansk amid the blockade of Black Sea trade. About 28,000 tonnes of wheat are headed to Morocco.
Following the strikes on oil refineries, Russia plans to raise gasoline and diesel prices and import up to 620,000 tonnes of fuel per month.
Anna Maksymenko won a silver medal at the Epee World Cup stage in Casablanca. In the final, the Ukrainian lost to Roberta Marzani — 14:15.
Netflix will exclusively broadcast all 104 matches of the 2030 World Cup in Spain and Andorra. One match per day will be available for free.
Ukraine dropped three places and 8. 08 points after the Nations League matches. The Russian national team remained 35th despite being suspended from FIFA and UEFA.
More than a thousand migrants from the camp in Ceuta were taken to reception centers. The operation took place nine days before the royal couple’s visit.
Declassified documents indicate that the CNI warned the authorities about a mass border assault one day before the events. More than 72,000 migrants headed for Ceuta.
After the mass border crossing in Ceuta, up to 8,000 migrants remain. Spain has requested Frontex and 10 additional staff members to process them.
Demonstrators in Ceuta set fire to a migrant camp and demanded that the migrants be returned to Morocco. Spain's government is under pressure because of the migration crisis.
Spain has approved measures to return migrants who remained in Ceuta after the mass influx from Morocco. There are 3,500–7,000 people in the enclave.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez convenes the National Security Council over the migration crisis in Ceuta. The meeting will be the first emergency session.
India's Foreign Minister met with Putin in Moscow. He announced a significant increase in economic cooperation between the countries.
Around 70 migrants who died while attempting to cross the border en masse are being buried in Ceuta. Only six have been identified.
A speedboat brought around 60 migrants to the coast of Murcia in full view of tourists. The Civil Guard detained all those who arrived.
In the first half of the year, Ukrainians purchased around 1,500 residential properties in Spain, ranking 10th and 11th among foreign buyers. The average housing price reached a record €2,487 per square meter.
Moroccan authorities arrested 294 migrants and 61 Moroccan citizens for aiding attempts to cross the border into Ceuta. This happened after calls on social media for a mass border crossing.
August 16 is World Moroccan Cuisine Day and National True Love Day. According to the new church calendar, the memory of Saint Diomedes the Martyr and the Translation of the Acheiropoietos Image of the Lord are commemorated.
On August 15, Moroccan security forces used tear gas and detained some of the migrants who were trying to cross the border. This followed a mass influx at the end of July, when at least 94 people died.
Spain and Morocco have stepped up security along the Ceuta border following calls on social media for a new mass migrant breakthrough on August 15. An additional 300 police officers and 2,000 military personnel have been sent to the enclave.
Morocco’s justice minister said that the extradition agreement with Spain could be suspended over the legalization of migrants. Rabat is also demanding the immediate return of more than 1,300 Moroccan minors from Ceuta.
Former "Barcelona" player Xavi Hernández has become the new head coach of the Netherlands national team, replacing Ronald Koeman. The Spaniard's contract will run until the 2030 World Cup.
A total solar eclipse will occur on August 12, 2026, visible in the Arctic and parts of Europe. In Ukraine, the partial phase will be visible in the western regions, with the best conditions in Uzhhorod.
Spain has introduced border controls at all air and sea crossings with Italy due to a dispute over migrants. Italy had previously suspended the Schengen Agreement, citing an influx of migrants into Ceuta.
During Putin’s visit to Krasnoyarsk, gasoline prices fell by half, and the shortage disappeared for 48 hours. Local residents are calling on the dictator to visit their regions more often.
The Board of Peace, created by Trump, has signed a contract with the American company Arkel International to build a base for the Moroccan contingent. The facility is designed to accommodate 150 military personnel and will be located near the border with Israel.
The United States confirmed Spain’s sovereignty over Ceuta and Melilla, accusing the Sánchez government of being unable to protect its borders. Around 72,000 illegal migrants arrived in Ceuta last week.
Trump’s Board of Peace has signed a contract with Arkel International to build a military base in Gaza. Initially, up to 150 Moroccan soldiers will be stationed there, and the base could later be expanded to accommodate up to 4,000.
FIFA leadership confirmed its full support for President Gianni Infantino at a meeting in Morocco. This occurred after the proposal to attract $4.2 billion in investment was withdrawn following criticism from UEFA.
EU interior ministers expressed full solidarity with Spain following the influx of migrants into Ceuta. Of the approximately 72,000 people who crossed the border, 70,000 have already been returned to Morocco.
At least 99 people died and dozens went missing after a mass crossing of migrants into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. Hundreds of people gathered near the border to find their loved ones.