Britain has made it increasingly difficult for individuals to work illegally, with a significant rise in raids on workplaces such as car washes, barbers, and takeaway outlets. According to the Home Office, the number of raids on these establishments has increased by 77% since the Labor Party took office, with arrests of individuals working illegally rising by 83%. As of now, over 12,300 people have been arrested, and more than 1,700 have been deported.
The government is also planning to introduce a digital ID system, which will be mandatory for employment. The move comes as skilled workers and those in the healthcare sector have seen a significant decrease in visa applications in 2025. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood stated that there is no place for those who work illegally in the country.
On the other hand, the opposition has argued that the opportunities for unauthorized employment are encouraging people to take the perilous route of crossing the seas to reach Britain. Conservative Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp stated that the Labor Party’s soft stance has led to an increase in unauthorized work. He added that as long as individuals who enter the country illegally can work, live, and stay, it is easy for smugglers to continue their activities.
Reports have also emerged of over 50 people being injured in a recent incident. A separate report stated that India’s space agency, ISRO, had launched a mission, but it was unsuccessful. The meeting also discussed various issues, including the protests in Iran.
In other news, Spain’s King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia’s eldest daughter, Princess Leonor, are preparing to take the throne. This will mark the first time in 150 years that Spain will have a powerful queen. Prior to this, the last female ruler was Queen Isabella II, who ruled until 1868.
The Iranian ambassador to the United Nations, Amir Saeed Arouni, has written a letter stating that President Trump is fueling instability and violence. He also added that Trump is responsible for threatening Iran’s sovereignty and national security.
The Palestinian resistance group Hamas has begun its electoral process, with the possible election set to conclude by the end of the month. Protests in Iran have subsided, and the situation has returned to normal, with international calls being restored, and the internet still being shut down.
President Trump has advised American citizens to leave Iran, stating that it is not a bad idea. German Chancellor Angela Merkel has stated that the Iranian government is nearing its end. Iran has responded to Trump’s message to Iranian protesters, urging them to maintain control over their organizations.
The UK’s intelligence agency has stated that Pramjeet Singh Pamma, the leader of the Khalistan Referendum Campaign, poses a threat to Indian state agents. Pamma is the coordinator of the campaign in the UK and Europe. Russia has stated that threats to attack Iran are unacceptable. The commander-in-chief of the Iranian military, Major General Amir Hatami, stated that the Iranian military is more capable than it was 12 years ago.
The US immigration authorities have confirmed the deaths of four more migrants in custody, bringing the total number of deaths to an unknown figure. The US Central Command has stated that a new security system has been set up at the Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar to protect against air and missile attacks. President Trump has advised Iranian protesters to maintain control over their organizations, stating that it is necessary to recognize that tax or energy price increases are real issues: US Treasury Secretary.
The situation in Iran has returned to normal, with international calls being restored, and the internet still being shut down. Reports have emerged of a meeting where various issues, including the protests in Iran, were discussed.
