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Jul 9, 2025 |
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#illegals
Le Monde: London hopes for a shift in French immigration policy in the English Channel
Migration across the English Channel is a key topic during French President Emmanuel Macron's state visit to the UK. He is set to discuss the issue with Prime Minister Keir Starmer, as over 20,000 migrants reached the UK by small boats in the first half of 2025, a nearly 50% increase from last year.
Since 2018, approximately 172,000 people have made the dangerous crossing, despite significant resources allocated for border monitoring. The UK has invested €760 million in surveillance and law enforcement along the French coast since the signing of the Sandhurst Treaty.
#economy
GB News: Wales to TAX tourists as furious row breaks out over plans to squeeze £33m a year from visitors
Wales is set to vote on a new tourist tax allowing councils to charge overnight visitors, effective from 2027. Hotels will add £1.30 per night, while hostels and campsites will charge 75p per person. The legislation aims to generate up to £33 million annually for local infrastructure.
Concerns have been raised about potential declines in visitor numbers and job impacts, with estimates ranging from job creation to losses. Individual councils will decide on implementation, with some already opposing the tax. Revenue from the tax must be spent on improving tourist facilities and promoting local culture.
#military
Times Of Israel: Hezbollah chief admits to wildly underestimating Israeli capabilities before pager blasts
Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem acknowledged that the group underestimated Israel's surveillance capabilities prior to the pager operation in September, which resulted in numerous injuries and deaths. An internal investigation revealed flaws in Hezbollah's procurement process and security checks, leading to the unexpected detonation of explosives hidden in pagers.
Qassem also stated that while Hezbollah was aware of potential wiretapping, they did not grasp the extent of Israel's surveillance. He denied significant infiltration by Israeli spies within Hezbollah and explained the group's decision to conduct limited attacks on Israel rather than engage in full-scale warfare. Qassem warned that Hezbollah's patience has limits and reiterated their commitment to resistance.