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• Mass migrant arrivals in Ceuta have triggered a political crisis, leading some European leaders to propose Spain's exclusion or suspension from the Schengen open-border arrangement. • Italy has already suspended the Schengen free-movement regime for its maritime and air links with Spain for a period of one month. • Suspension from the Schengen area disrupts the free movement of people and goods, creating significant legal and logistical hurdles for cross-border trade and travel.

• Arsenal is exploring a potential transfer for Lyon winger Malick Fofana, according to reports from RMC Sport. • The move comes as the club evaluates its options and navigates various transfer rumors involving Julian Alvarez and Barcelona. • These negotiations are critical as the summer transfer deadline approaches, with the club seeking to strengthen its squad for the upcoming season.

• Several high-profile transfer movements are occurring as the summer window nears its deadline, including Liverpool reaching an agreement for Barcola and Nottingham Forest engaging in talks for Armstrong. • Aston Villa is preparing for the arrival of Mbaye, who is scheduled to undergo a medical examination to finalize his move. • In a separate move, goalkeeper Perrin has completed a temporary transfer to Serie A after losing his starting position to Karl Darlow and club-record signing James Trafford.

US president says US will have ‘majority’ control of 65bn barrels of proven oil reservesDonald Trump announced Friday a new US oil agreement with Venezuela, saying the US will have “majority” control of 65bn barrels of proven oil reserves.“At ⁠my ​direction, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, working ⁠closely with Highly Respected Interim President of Venezuela, Delcy Rodriguez, and, through a partnership with ⁠private business, have secured majority U.S. control of more ​than 65 BILLION ‌BARRELS of proven Oil ‌Reserves in Venezuela, at no cost to the ‌American Taxpayer,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. Continue reading...

• Chelsea has reportedly reached an agreement to sign 18-year-old defender Honest Ahanor from Atalanta for a total package of £40 million. • Midfielder Enzo Fernandez was omitted from Chelsea's matchday squad for tonight's Carabao Cup clash against Luton Town. • The omission follows recent comments from Xabi Alonso suggesting Fernandez would be involved, despite ongoing transfer links to Manchester City.

• Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Pakistan have established the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement 2026, creating a new collective-defence framework among the three nations. • The pact focuses on enhancing defence diplomacy, maritime security, and collective security measures to stabilize West Asian geopolitics. • The agreement is strategically significant due to its potential impact on India-Pakistan relations and India's security interests within the Indian Ocean Region.

• Tottenham is poised to exceed £300 million in total summer spending as they look to finalize several transfers this week. • The club has reportedly reached an agreement for Omar Marmoush, while interest in Cody Gakpo has increased. • 19-year-old Mikey Moore may still move to German side Koln, a deal previously stalled due to Spurs' lack of wide-position reinforcements.