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Despite holding legal land ownership documents, Palestinian families in the West Bank continue to be violently driven from their homes by Israeli settlers, replicating a brutal pattern seen in previous years. Muhammad Mleihat, 57, was forced to flee his previous community and now faces renewed attacks on land he holds with an official deed.
Over 3,000 Malawians, including many women and children, have taken refuge in a Durban park after facing threats and marches demanding the expulsion of undocumented foreigners. They cite widespread hostility and say they have no choice but to return home. Violence has spread to other provinces, with several deaths and repatriations underway.
Police in Belfast, Northern Ireland, used water cannons for a second night to break up far-right protests after a knife attack on a Sudanese refugee. The victim's family has appealed for calm and condemned the violence targeting immigrants. The unrest follows the stabbing and comes amid broader tensions in the UK over immigration.
A mass shooting in a Johannesburg township has left 12 dead and 9 injured. Police are hunting more than 10 armed suspects who stormed the area late Tuesday evening. The motive remains unknown.
A Palestinian father describes the moment Israeli soldiers shot dead his seven-month-old son as the family drove through Hebron in the occupied West Bank. Baby Sam was killed instantly by a bullet that pierced the windshield. The family says soldiers confiscated security footage and no investigation has been launched.
African immigrants in South Africa are living in fear as protests against illegal immigration escalate, reigniting long-simmering xenophobia. The March & March group has given illegal immigrants an ultimatum to leave by June 30, while violence has already claimed lives. Legal status offers no protection, and many immigrants face uncertainty despite having proper documentation.
Two separate violent incidents in U.S. World Cup host cities left nine people injured on Sunday, raising fresh concerns over safety and security for fans ahead of the tournament, which begins in three days. In New York, six people were stabbed at Penn Station; in Kansas City, nine were wounded in a shooting near the England team’s training base. Authorities say no credible threat exists but acknowledge the immense security challenge of hosting the 48-team event.
Anti-immigrant groups in South Africa are stepping up protests and vigilante actions targeting foreigners, including Zimbabweans. Human Rights Watch warns of a new wave of xenophobic attacks amid soaring unemployment and economic inequality. The government pledges to uphold the rule of law, but critics say enforcement remains weak.
After a shooting at a San Diego mosque, US Muslims fear more violence. The incident has prompted discussions on security and religious discrimination.
