Migration pressures continue at Spain's North African enclaves such as Ceuta, where individuals attempt irregular crossings into Spanish territory. The situation strains local resources and fuels political debate over enforcement and humanitarian obligations. The piece frames the crossings as an intrusion emerging directly from national symbols.
The Gordie Howe Bridge between Canada and the United States is set to open, allowing truck traffic across the border. The cartoon shows a toll booth attendant calling out to a large green troll figure positioned beneath the structure, with dollar bills and coins scattered on the ground. The troll wears a red cap with an American flag emblem and extends a clawed hand toward the money. A speech bubble from the booth reads TOLL while a label points to the creature as TROLL. The scene plays on the classic fairy tale motif of a troll under a bridge collecting payment from those who cross.
The Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint for global oil transit as the United States and Iran maintain opposing stances on access. Donald Trump positions an open checkpoint while an Iranian official signals closure. The editorial highlights the standoff's direct impact on energy markets and shipping security.
Zapiro cartoon from Daily Maverick shows two groups on a divided map shape. Upper figures walk with luggage on June 30. Lower cluster holds March and March sign and declares mission accomplished in speech bubble dated around June 29 2026.
A man carries his pregnant partner toward a waiting taxi while she points urgently toward the US border. The driver leans from the vehicle as Spanish and English text convey a hurried request to reach the frontier. The July 2026 cartoon depicts a common immigration scenario at the southern border where individuals seek quick transport amid enforcement concerns.
At a U.S. immigration checkpoint an applicant sweats over a form that forces a choice between football and soccer for World Cup purposes. An ICE officer stands ready nearby while another official watches from behind glass.
The cartoon shows two ICE agents from behind on a city street lined with buildings and fences. One turns slightly while gesturing with an open hand. A helicopter hovers in the upper area. The caption reads: “So, what do you want to be when you grow up?” The image responds to the August 2025 policy lowering the hiring age for ICE agents.
The drawing depicts a migrant figure equipped with large blue wings attempting to scale a series of barbed wire fences. Blood appears on the feet from contact with the wire. Detached blue feathers drift downward at various levels. The composition illustrates repeated barriers during a journey. Publication occurred on October 10 2023 amid ongoing border policy discussions.
