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#migration
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
21 hours ago

Germany news: Iran war not causing migration wave Dobrindt

European authorities are monitoring migration movements but have not seen increased pressure from the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
21 hours ago

Germany news: Iran war not causing migration wave Dobrindt

European authorities are monitoring migration movements but have not seen increased pressure from the US-Israeli war on Iran.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
11 hours ago

Trapped between borders and bureaucracy

Amir Ali, a Sudanese refugee, faces violence and hardship while attempting to cross from Algeria to Morocco after fleeing war in Sudan.
#lebanon
France politics
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

In Lebanon, Grief Is Everywhere. But So Is Our Defiance.

Israel's airstrikes in Lebanon have resulted in significant civilian casualties and ongoing grief amidst historical trauma.
France politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Displaced in Lebanon: 'Lives turned upside down'

Fatme A. and her family live in a makeshift shelter in Beirut, facing challenges of space, privacy, and ongoing conflict.
France politics
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

In Lebanon, Grief Is Everywhere. But So Is Our Defiance.

Israel's airstrikes in Lebanon have resulted in significant civilian casualties and ongoing grief amidst historical trauma.
France politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Displaced in Lebanon: 'Lives turned upside down'

Fatme A. and her family live in a makeshift shelter in Beirut, facing challenges of space, privacy, and ongoing conflict.
#migrant-workers
Social justice
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Legal migrants remain vulnerable to trafficking

Temporary work visa systems can trap migrants in debt, abuse, and fear of deportation, leading to exploitation and human trafficking.
Social justice
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Legal migrants remain vulnerable to trafficking

Temporary work visa systems can trap migrants in debt, abuse, and fear of deportation, leading to exploitation and human trafficking.
Careers
fromInc
1 day ago

More Workers-and Employers-Are Looking Abroad for Jobs They Can't Find at Home

Workers are increasingly open to relocating abroad for job opportunities due to tight labor markets and economic pressures.
Travel
fromwww.wanderwithjo.com
19 hours ago

The Expat Loophole: How Residency Cards Unlock VIP Travel Privileges

Residency cards provide expats with significant travel advantages, including faster processing at airports and easier access to services.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

I feel like I'm losing her': the families torn apart by older relatives going far right

Graham's mother underwent a political transformation during the Covid pandemic, becoming radicalized and supporting extreme right views online.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

What are my rights if flights are cancelled and holidays disrupted due to fuel shortage?

Potential jet fuel shortages may lead to flight cancellations and disrupted holidays this summer due to the war in the Middle East.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Deaths of migrants in ICE custody hit record high under Trump

The number of immigrant deaths in ICE custody has reached a record high of 29 this fiscal year, surpassing previous records.
#immigration
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Opinion: Rethinking Immigrant Integration in NYC

Building low-cost bridges for immigrants leads to recognized credentials and stable work, enhancing their contributions to the economy.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Home Office investigating after BBC finds migrants making false claims to stay in UK

The government is investigating reports of migrants being advised to make false claims of being gay or domestic abuse victims to stay in the UK.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
4 days ago

More than a quarter of people in Germany have an immigration background

Germany's immigrant population reached 22 million in 2025, comprising 26.3% of the total population, with growth slowing compared to previous years.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

I thought, what the hell have I done?': the people who moved abroad for love and regretted it

A couple navigates the challenges of living in Switzerland after moving from Australia, balancing career aspirations and family ties.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Migrants making false domestic abuse claims to stay in UK, BBC investigation finds

Migrants are exploiting domestic abuse claims to secure residency, impacting British partners and raising concerns about the immigration system's integrity.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

More than half of Britons support rejoining EU 10 years on from Brexit vote

Support for rejoining the EU is growing among British voters, especially among Labour, Liberal Democrat, and Green party supporters.
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Overshadowed by Iran, Gaza stuck between war and peace

"Six months into the ceasefire, civilians in Gaza remain trapped amid attacks on civilians, restricted aid and an uncertain political process that is now shaping whether recovery will begin or collapse."
World politics
#ukraine
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Europe live: Russia does not deserve' lifting of sanctions, Zelenskyy says, after deadly overnight strikes in Ukraine

Russia should face continued sanctions following attacks that killed 16 and injured 100 in Ukraine.
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago
Europe news

Germany, UK warn the Iran war distracts from Ukraine

Deescalation in the Middle East is crucial to maintain focus and support for Ukraine against Russian aggression.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Europe live: Russia does not deserve' lifting of sanctions, Zelenskyy says, after deadly overnight strikes in Ukraine

Russia should face continued sanctions following attacks that killed 16 and injured 100 in Ukraine.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Germany, UK warn the Iran war distracts from Ukraine

Deescalation in the Middle East is crucial to maintain focus and support for Ukraine against Russian aggression.
UK news
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 days ago

Iran war threatens UK food, farming and hospitality sectors as supply risks widen - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Escalating tensions involving Iran threaten UK supply chains, impacting food production, agriculture, and hospitality sectors due to rising energy prices and instability.
#migrants
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Firm that sued State over shelved multimillion-euro asylum centre settles action

Following mediation, a settlement had been reached between Palmerstown Temporary Accommodation (PTA) Ltd and the Minister for Justice, allowing the matter to be struck out.
Law
fromwww.dw.com
20 hours ago

Displaced by Iran war: out of Lebanon, into Syrian crisis

When Israeli missiles destroyed entire homes in my neighborhood in southern Lebanon's city of Tyre, we decided it was time to save our lives again. More than 227,549 people had crossed the three official border points from Lebanon into Syria, according to the latest numbers from the United Nation's International Organization for Migration (IOM).
France politics
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

EU officials arrive in Hungary for high-stakes talks with Magyar's government

EU officials are in Budapest for talks to reshape relations with Hungary after Viktor Orban's political era ends.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Record number of Rohingya refugees died at sea last year, UNHCR says

The UNHCR's spokesperson, Babar Baloch, described the area as an unmarked graveyard for thousands of desperate Rohingya refugees, noting that some 5,000 are thought to have drowned at sea over the last decade.
World news
#brexit
Right-wing politics
fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

Even for Europe's populist firebrands, Trump might be going too far

Nationalist leaders in Europe are distancing themselves from Trump amid rising discontent over his policies and the impact on local elections.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

A decade on from Brexit, Britain still flounders without a place in the world | Letters

Brexit has left the UK divided and unhappy, with both supporters and opponents feeling unfulfilled and uncertain about the future.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

Even for Europe's populist firebrands, Trump might be going too far

Nationalist leaders in Europe are distancing themselves from Trump amid rising discontent over his policies and the impact on local elections.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

A decade on from Brexit, Britain still flounders without a place in the world | Letters

Brexit has left the UK divided and unhappy, with both supporters and opponents feeling unfulfilled and uncertain about the future.
#germany
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Germany's Merz sees backlash over Syrian refugee comment

Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that 80% of Syrians in Germany should return home, sparking controversy and denial from Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago
Germany news

Germany news: 3 in 4 fear wave of refugees from Iran war

Most Germans doubt the country's capacity to accept more Iranian refugees amid rising regional tensions.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Germany-Israel divide deepens after Merz criticism

German Chancellor Merz opposes any de facto annexation of the West Bank, emphasizing support for a two-state solution amid rising tensions.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Germany's Merz sees backlash over Syrian refugee comment

Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that 80% of Syrians in Germany should return home, sparking controversy and denial from Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Germany news: 3 in 4 fear wave of refugees from Iran war

Most Germans doubt the country's capacity to accept more Iranian refugees amid rising regional tensions.
Europe news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Weeks after TSA chaos in the US, Europe is facing its own airport line problem

The new EU Entry/Exit System is causing significant delays at airports, with waits of 2-3 hours reported for non-EU travelers.
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

House passes bill extending protections for Haitian migrants in the U.S.

"This is a monumental victory in a long-fought battle to protect the safety, dignity, and humanity of our Haitian neighbors," Pressley said in a statement after the bill's passage.
US news
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Dual national Londoner stranded by new border rule

"I have a career, family and friends in the UK. My whole life is in the UK," she said, expressing her distress over the situation.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Lebanese return to devastated south as fragile 10-day truce takes hold

Hezbollah warned that it has its finger on the trigger in case of Israeli violations of the temporary ceasefire, indicating a readiness to respond to perceived threats.
France politics
#migrant-crisis
France news
fromThe Local France
1 week ago

Four migrants die trying to cross Channel: French officials

Four migrants died attempting to cross the Channel, raising the death toll to six this year amid ongoing dangerous crossings from France to England.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Two migrants die in English Channel tragedy' as UK-France deal is extended

A migrant boat capsized in the English Channel, resulting in two deaths and one missing person, prompting a search and rescue operation.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 week ago

Four migrants die trying to cross Channel: French officials

Four migrants died attempting to cross the Channel, raising the death toll to six this year amid ongoing dangerous crossings from France to England.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Two migrants die in English Channel tragedy' as UK-France deal is extended

A migrant boat capsized in the English Channel, resulting in two deaths and one missing person, prompting a search and rescue operation.
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Senan Molony: Why has President Catherine Connolly convened the Council of State over the International Protection Bill, and what might happen to it?

The new president's actions have raised eyebrows at Leinster House, although nobody is yet saying a word. This goes to the sometimes tense relationship between a Head of State and the Government.
UK politics
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.se
2 days ago

Fewer foreigners unemployed in Sweden than this time last year

Unemployment in Sweden is at its lowest since 2023, driven by foreign workers, but layoffs and economic uncertainty persist.
#iran
World news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Iran sees hundreds of thousands of jobs lost due to war

Over 93 million Iranians face severe hardships due to ongoing war threats and economic blockades affecting their livelihoods.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Iran: Hundreds of thousands of jobs lost due to war

Over 93 million Iranians face severe hardships due to ongoing war threats and economic blockades affecting their livelihoods.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Iran sees hundreds of thousands of jobs lost due to war

Over 93 million Iranians face severe hardships due to ongoing war threats and economic blockades affecting their livelihoods.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Iran: Hundreds of thousands of jobs lost due to war

Over 93 million Iranians face severe hardships due to ongoing war threats and economic blockades affecting their livelihoods.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Sectarian fears increase as a Beirut area says no to displacement centre

A number of politicians and protesters were opposed to setting up the centre, citing a number of reasons, including increased traffic to the area near Beirut's port and health concerns. But there were also sectarian motivations with some of Karantina's Christian population leading objections to housing the displaced, who are predominantly Shia Muslims, citing demographic concerns and using sectarian slogans reminiscent of language used during the 1975-1990 Lebanese Civil War.
France politics
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
4 days ago

New Berlin centre aims to help Ukraine refugees and encourage returns

Germany opened the Unity Hub Berlin for Ukrainian refugees, promoting return of fighting-age men to support Ukraine's defense and reconstruction.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

New EU entry-exit system causing up to three-hour delays, say airports

Travellers at European airports face up to three-hour waits due to the new entry-exit system (EES) causing significant delays at border checks.
#syria
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

We waited 12 years': escapees from Syria's camps face an uncertain future

Eva Dumani's release from a Syrian camp highlights the plight of many detained individuals and the urgent need for government repatriation efforts.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Germany news: Merz and Syrian president talk refugee returns

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa's visit to Germany has sparked outrage among the Kurdish community due to allegations of human rights violations.
#asylum-seekers
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Bogus websites, staged protests and pretend atheists: Inside the fake asylum industry

Asylum seekers are using fabricated evidence and staged scenarios to support their claims for asylum in the UK.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Hundreds of asylum seekers moved from hotels to army barracks, Home Office announces

Hundreds of asylum seekers have been relocated from hotels to military barracks as the Home Office closes several accommodation facilities.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Home Office to announce closure of 11 asylum hotels in next week

The Home Office plans to close 11 asylum hotels as part of a broader initiative to end hotel accommodations for asylum seekers.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Bogus websites, staged protests and pretend atheists: Inside the fake asylum industry

Asylum seekers are using fabricated evidence and staged scenarios to support their claims for asylum in the UK.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Hundreds of asylum seekers moved from hotels to army barracks, Home Office announces

Hundreds of asylum seekers have been relocated from hotels to military barracks as the Home Office closes several accommodation facilities.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Home Office to announce closure of 11 asylum hotels in next week

The Home Office plans to close 11 asylum hotels as part of a broader initiative to end hotel accommodations for asylum seekers.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Antisemitic violence at record high for Jews outside Israel

Antisemitic violence in Western countries reached a record high in 2025, with 20 Jews murdered in four attacks, the highest in over 30 years.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Spain finalizes amnesty plan for undocumented migrants

Spain's government has finalized an amnesty plan allowing unauthorized migrants to apply for legal temporary residence permits.
#reproductive-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Asylum hotels spiralled out of control', minister admits as more closures announced

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change while providing accessible journalism without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Home Office expected to close down another 11 asylum hotels

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Asylum hotels spiralled out of control', minister admits as more closures announced

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change while providing accessible journalism without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Home Office expected to close down another 11 asylum hotels

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
#asylum
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago
UK politics

Legal advisers help migrants pose as gay to get asylum, undercover BBC investigation finds

UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Legal advisers help migrants pose as gay to get asylum, undercover BBC investigation finds

A shadow industry is helping migrants fabricate claims of being gay to secure asylum in the UK.
UK politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

"Shadow industry" for fake gay asylum claims harms actual LGBTQ+ migrants, BBC says - LGBTQ Nation

A BBC investigation reveals law firms aiding migrants in fabricating gay identities for asylum claims in the U.K.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

One in five young Germans plan to leave the country

A significant number of young Germans are planning to leave due to economic concerns and political polarization.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Watch: Legal adviser helps undercover reporter pretend to be gay for asylum claim

A BBC reporter, posing as a former student wanting to remain in the UK, met one of those advisers, Tanisa Khan. For a fee, she offered to provide evidence to support the fake claim that he was gay.
UK politics
#citizenship
Europe politics
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the impact of events like Brexit.
Europe politics
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the impact of events like Brexit.
Europe politics
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the impact of events like Brexit.
Europe politics
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the impact of events like Brexit.
UK politics
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Gen Z exodus: Report finds three in four now quitting UK aged under 35

The cost of living is driving a significant exodus of young Britons under 35 from the UK.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

EU votes in favor of migrant 'return hubs'

European lawmakers approved proposals to deport illegal migrants to return hubs outside the EU, facing criticism and concerns over human rights.
fromFortune
1 month ago

More than 3 million Iranians have been displaced so far since the war started, setting up a potential migration crisis | Fortune

If they let me, I will stay in Van until the war ends. If the war doesn't end, maybe I'll go back and die. Pourkaz is one of the 3.2 million people in Iran who the U.N. refugee agency estimates have been displaced since the U.S.-Israel war with Iran started. While some are seeking shelter in safer parts of Iran or one of its neighboring countries, others are returning from abroad, heading toward the fighting to protect their families and homes.
Europe news
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

I've Covered Migration and Borders for Years. This Is What I've Learned.

U.S. imperialism escalated under Trump, combining foreign military aggression with domestic repression and deportation of migrants and refugees.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Deadly journeys: Refugees, migrants risk everything to reach Europe

Mediterranean crossings from North Africa to Europe result in record deaths, with over 560 missing in early 2025, while refugees in Libya face systematic abuse from militias and traffickers.
#eu-migration-policy
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

German government pushes Syrians to return to their homeland

Of these, 3,678 of them have already gone back to their home country. For German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt, this is proof of the migration policy that he has been promoting: "Those who have no prospect of staying receive targeted support for their voluntary repatriation." This "targeted support" includes the cost of the flights and 1,000 (ca. $1200) per adult and 500 for minors.
Miscellaneous
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Stunned, sidelined and disunited': how war in the Middle East paralysed the EU

Europe must adopt a realistic, interest-driven foreign policy as the rules-based international order becomes unreliable in an increasingly chaotic world.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 months ago

What do Europeans really think about immigration?

European public opinion on immigration is nuanced: many favor greater controls but are not wholly anti-immigrant and often overestimate illegal migrant numbers.
UK politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Europe Offers Little Hope for People in Iran Trying to Flee US and Israeli Bombs

Nigel Farage opposes Iranian refugee admission to Britain, while Reform UK gains political momentum amid Labour government unpopularity and potential electoral dominance by 2029.
Miscellaneous
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Trapped in Europe's largest migrant settlement: The forces sustaining Italy's informal economy

An informal settlement near Foggia, Borgo Mezzanone houses thousands of undocumented migrants living without basic services while providing cheap agricultural labor.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

How does Germany deport people?

Germany has no equivalent of the US' specialized Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency, though that would change if the Bavarian branch of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) had its way. Apparently directly inspired by the actions of ICE under President Donald Trump's administration, an internal paper from the far-right party seen by the German newspaper taz this week proposed that a new authority be created within the Bavarian state police named the Asyl-, Fahndungs- und Abschiebegruppe (AFA), or the "Asylum, Tracing and Deportation group."
Germany news
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