Minneapolis Faces Federal Intervention After Protests Erupt Over ICE Killings
Minneapolis is under increased federal scrutiny after protests erupted following the deaths of two protesters at the hands of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. U.S. President Donald Trump's border czar, Tom Homan, arrived in the city this week, vowing to "regain law and order" amidst the unrest, according to Euronews. The protests, which involved thousands of people, were sparked by the killings and the Trump administration's broader immigration crackdown.
Homan stated that he had been "on the ground since Monday" to address the situation, as reported by Euronews. The surge in protests led to businesses shuttering and local leaders openly challenging the federal government's immigration policies. The specific actions Homan plans to take to "restore law and order" were not detailed.
Other News From Around the Globe
In other news, Web Summit returned to Doha for its third consecutive year, expecting over 30,000 attendees from more than 120 countries. According to Euronews, the four-day summit is positioning Qatar as a growing hub for technology, startups, and international collaboration. Last year's event generated an estimated €185 million in economic returns.
Meanwhile, the UK navy is implementing stricter alcohol policies at sea. Royal Navy personnel will be limited to three units of alcohol per day or 14 units per week, regardless of rank, Euronews reported. Each vessel will also have at least two teetotal days per week. This marks a significant departure from the navy's historical drinking culture, which included a daily rum ration that ended in 1970.
In Switzerland, Sanija Ameti, an independent Zurich council member, was fined for shooting a sports pistol at an auction poster of a 14th-century painting of the Virgin Mary and baby Jesus. Euronews stated that Ameti was found guilty of "disturbing freedom of religion and worship" by the Zurich district court. She received a suspended fine totaling 3,000 Swiss francs.
Finally, after two decades of negotiations, the EU and India have finalized a free trade agreement. According to Euronews, the deal is expected to have a significant impact, signaling a new geoeconomic logic of openness on strategic terms. Daniela Schwarzer, Member of the Board, Bertelsmann Stiftung, described the agreement as the "mother of all deals" in an opinion article for Euroviews.
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