Why is Sweden asking citizenship applicants extra security questions?The Swedish government has introduced strict security checks for citizenship applicants to ensure national security.
Solingen knife attack: IS suspect charged with murder DW 02/27/2025Suspect charged with multiple murders in Solingen knife attack, raising concerns about migration and security in Germany.
Tens of thousands protest against far-right in GermanyTens of thousands protest in Germany against CDU-AfD cooperation and anti-immigration policies ahead of the upcoming election.
EU ministers to discuss migration as Germany pushes through radical asylum proposal with far-right help Europe liveGermany's conservatives seek radical migration reforms amidst public support and EU legal concerns.
Germany Magdeburg Christmas market attacker: What we know so farA tragic attack at a Christmas market in Germany highlights tensions around immigration and national unity.
Toddler and man killed in knife attack at German parkA knife attack in Aschaffenburg led to two deaths and serious injuries, prompting urgent political responses regarding security and migration.
Germany: CDU, SPD present first results of coalition talks DW 03/24/2025Germany's coalition talks reveal significant challenges over migration policy.The CDU seeks to finalize negotiations by Easter amid economic uncertainties.
Solingen knife attack: IS suspect charged with murder DW 02/27/2025Suspect charged with multiple murders in Solingen knife attack, raising concerns about migration and security in Germany.
Tens of thousands protest against far-right in GermanyTens of thousands protest in Germany against CDU-AfD cooperation and anti-immigration policies ahead of the upcoming election.
EU ministers to discuss migration as Germany pushes through radical asylum proposal with far-right help Europe liveGermany's conservatives seek radical migration reforms amidst public support and EU legal concerns.
Germany Magdeburg Christmas market attacker: What we know so farA tragic attack at a Christmas market in Germany highlights tensions around immigration and national unity.
Toddler and man killed in knife attack at German parkA knife attack in Aschaffenburg led to two deaths and serious injuries, prompting urgent political responses regarding security and migration.
Germany: CDU, SPD present first results of coalition talks DW 03/24/2025Germany's coalition talks reveal significant challenges over migration policy.The CDU seeks to finalize negotiations by Easter amid economic uncertainties.
Berlin reports rise in attacks on refugees amid surge in far-right crimeIncrease in assults on asylum seekers in Berlin highlights a worrying rise in far-right crime and need for protective measures.
Germany: Bundestag supports stricter migration policies DW 01/29/2025Germany's parliament debated stricter immigration rules following a violent incident involving a rejected asylum seeker.Friedrich Merz is considering support from the far-right AfD to enforce new migration policies.
Government considering sending failed asylum seekers to BalkansThe UK government is considering sending failed asylum seekers to overseas 'return hubs' in the Balkans under new proposals.
Italy Begins Shipping Migrants to Albania, Reviving Stalled ProgramItaly has restarted transfers of asylum seekers to Albania, an initiative under PM Giorgia Meloni aiming to combat illegal immigration.
German CDU leader Friedrich Merz vows to toughen migration policyFriedrich Merz is intensifying his anti-migration stance ahead of Germany's upcoming federal elections.
Berlin reports rise in attacks on refugees amid surge in far-right crimeIncrease in assults on asylum seekers in Berlin highlights a worrying rise in far-right crime and need for protective measures.
Germany: Bundestag supports stricter migration policies DW 01/29/2025Germany's parliament debated stricter immigration rules following a violent incident involving a rejected asylum seeker.Friedrich Merz is considering support from the far-right AfD to enforce new migration policies.
Government considering sending failed asylum seekers to BalkansThe UK government is considering sending failed asylum seekers to overseas 'return hubs' in the Balkans under new proposals.
Italy Begins Shipping Migrants to Albania, Reviving Stalled ProgramItaly has restarted transfers of asylum seekers to Albania, an initiative under PM Giorgia Meloni aiming to combat illegal immigration.
German CDU leader Friedrich Merz vows to toughen migration policyFriedrich Merz is intensifying his anti-migration stance ahead of Germany's upcoming federal elections.
JD Vance meets Pope Francis on Easter Sunday after flap over migrationVice President JD Vance met Pope Francis briefly on Easter, while the pontiff recovers from pneumonia.
Now that Trump has terminated CBP One, what options do migrants and asylum seekers have?Trump's administration ends the CBP One app, leaving thousands of migrants without asylum application options at the U.S. southern border.
Tren de Aragua: America's new bogeymanTren de Aragua, labeled by Trump as a terrorist group, is part of a broader narrative around migration and crime.
They Hate Our Country': Trump Launches Stunning Attack On CNN After Being Goaded by El Salvador's PresidentPresident Trump and El Salvador's Bukele criticized U.S. media for underreporting positive border security numbers during their Oval Office meeting.
Haitian leader says the Trump administration's plans will be catastrophic' for his countryThe Trump administration's policies will exacerbate Haiti's humanitarian crisis.
Venezuela Says It Will Resume Accepting U.S. Deportation FlightsVenezuela will resume accepting deportation flights from the U.S. after reaching an agreement with the Trump administration.
Canada's Plan To Avoid Trump's Tariffs Takes ShapeCanada is developing a security strategy to strengthen border control in light of Trump administration concerns.
Now that Trump has terminated CBP One, what options do migrants and asylum seekers have?Trump's administration ends the CBP One app, leaving thousands of migrants without asylum application options at the U.S. southern border.
Tren de Aragua: America's new bogeymanTren de Aragua, labeled by Trump as a terrorist group, is part of a broader narrative around migration and crime.
They Hate Our Country': Trump Launches Stunning Attack On CNN After Being Goaded by El Salvador's PresidentPresident Trump and El Salvador's Bukele criticized U.S. media for underreporting positive border security numbers during their Oval Office meeting.
Haitian leader says the Trump administration's plans will be catastrophic' for his countryThe Trump administration's policies will exacerbate Haiti's humanitarian crisis.
Venezuela Says It Will Resume Accepting U.S. Deportation FlightsVenezuela will resume accepting deportation flights from the U.S. after reaching an agreement with the Trump administration.
Canada's Plan To Avoid Trump's Tariffs Takes ShapeCanada is developing a security strategy to strengthen border control in light of Trump administration concerns.
Austria's new government is stopping family reunions immediately for migrantsThe Independent emphasizes the importance of ground reporting amidst significant societal issues.
UK and France in talks over migrant returns dealUK and France are negotiating a scheme to manage illegal migrants crossing the Channel, coupling it with family reunion admissions.
Austria's new government is stopping family reunions immediately for migrantsThe Independent emphasizes the importance of ground reporting amidst significant societal issues.
UK and France in talks over migrant returns dealUK and France are negotiating a scheme to manage illegal migrants crossing the Channel, coupling it with family reunion admissions.
Swedish migration minister in multiculturalism row with Sweden Democrat leaderSweden will continue to embrace multiculturalism, emphasizing the need for immigrants to adapt to Swedish laws and values.
Swedish government orders tougher security checks of citizenship applicantsThe Swedish government is implementing stricter security checks to prevent citizenship for individuals posing security threats, potentially increasing waiting times for applicants.
Swedish government reported to parliament for citizenship security checksThe Swedish government is directing the Migration Agency to take stringent measures against citizenship applications, raising constitutional concerns.
'Happy and scared': How do Syrians in Sweden feel about the fall of the Assad regime?Sweden has seen an influx of Syrian citizens, leading to debates on residency and reaction to the regime's fall.
Swedish migration minister on bid to block citizenship pending tougher rulesThe Swedish government is proposing to tighten citizenship rules, slowing the process for over 80,000 pending applications until new regulations are established.
Sweden set to make 'poor conduct' ground for revoking residence permitsSweden is moving towards stricter regulations for revoking residence permits based on moral conduct.
Swedish migration minister in multiculturalism row with Sweden Democrat leaderSweden will continue to embrace multiculturalism, emphasizing the need for immigrants to adapt to Swedish laws and values.
Swedish government orders tougher security checks of citizenship applicantsThe Swedish government is implementing stricter security checks to prevent citizenship for individuals posing security threats, potentially increasing waiting times for applicants.
Swedish government reported to parliament for citizenship security checksThe Swedish government is directing the Migration Agency to take stringent measures against citizenship applications, raising constitutional concerns.
'Happy and scared': How do Syrians in Sweden feel about the fall of the Assad regime?Sweden has seen an influx of Syrian citizens, leading to debates on residency and reaction to the regime's fall.
Swedish migration minister on bid to block citizenship pending tougher rulesThe Swedish government is proposing to tighten citizenship rules, slowing the process for over 80,000 pending applications until new regulations are established.
Sweden set to make 'poor conduct' ground for revoking residence permitsSweden is moving towards stricter regulations for revoking residence permits based on moral conduct.
France and UK pledge to step up fight against illegal migrationRetailleau and Cooper aim to strengthen UK-France cooperation on border security amid rising illegal migration issues.
Starmer called 'delusional' claiming Labour has made progress 'smashing' the illegal boat gangs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comLabour's migration strategy is criticized for failing to control illegal immigration and relying on ineffective measures.
France and UK pledge to step up fight against illegal migrationRetailleau and Cooper aim to strengthen UK-France cooperation on border security amid rising illegal migration issues.
Starmer called 'delusional' claiming Labour has made progress 'smashing' the illegal boat gangs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comLabour's migration strategy is criticized for failing to control illegal immigration and relying on ineffective measures.
Venezuelan immigrants deported from US to Venezuela via HondurasVenezuelan immigrants have been deported from the US to Venezuela via Honduras, highlighting a new collaboration between the three countries.
Dozens of deported illegal migrants - including suspected Tren de Aragua gangbangers - grin as they land in VenezuelaVenezuela has resumed accepting repatriation flights from the US for deported nationals, including suspected gang members.
Venezuelan immigrants deported from US to Venezuela via HondurasVenezuelan immigrants have been deported from the US to Venezuela via Honduras, highlighting a new collaboration between the three countries.
Dozens of deported illegal migrants - including suspected Tren de Aragua gangbangers - grin as they land in VenezuelaVenezuela has resumed accepting repatriation flights from the US for deported nationals, including suspected gang members.
Plan to cut Ukrainian refugee payment by 200 a month to be delayed as Government evaluates impact on housing marketIreland plans to reduce the Accommodation Recognition Payment for Ukrainian refugees from €800 to €600 amid ongoing inflation concerns.
Labour considers sending migrants to overseas hubs' in BalkansThe Independent prioritizes accessible journalism while covering various critical issues, including migrants, reproductive rights, and environmental concerns.
How Can We Help People Who Cannot Flee High Climate-Risk Zones?Tailored policies are necessary for 'trapped populations' facing climate threats.
Labour considers sending migrants to overseas hubs' in BalkansThe Independent prioritizes accessible journalism while covering various critical issues, including migrants, reproductive rights, and environmental concerns.
How Can We Help People Who Cannot Flee High Climate-Risk Zones?Tailored policies are necessary for 'trapped populations' facing climate threats.
The Chief Justice Rebuked Impeachment ThreatsTrump demands impeachment of federal judge for ruling against deportation plan.Chief Justice Roberts rebukes Trump, stating impeachment is inappropriate for judicial disagreements.
Trump's high-risk tariffs could help secure border, improve trade and earn US respect: Pray it worksTrump's imposition of tariffs is a negotiating tool tied to migrant control from Canada and Mexico.
The Chief Justice Rebuked Impeachment ThreatsTrump demands impeachment of federal judge for ruling against deportation plan.Chief Justice Roberts rebukes Trump, stating impeachment is inappropriate for judicial disagreements.
Trump's high-risk tariffs could help secure border, improve trade and earn US respect: Pray it worksTrump's imposition of tariffs is a negotiating tool tied to migrant control from Canada and Mexico.
Soldiers are arriving at the border - but hardly any migrants are crossingTroops were deployed to Del Rio, Texas, despite a significant decrease in illegal border crossings.
U.S. Considered Border Buoys Months Before Texas Put Them InBuoys placed in the Rio Grande represent Governor Abbott's controversial strategy to deter migrants, facing legal opposition from the Biden administration.
How Trump's Crackdown Is Drastically Driving Down MigrationIllegal crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border have significantly decreased due to stricter policies implemented by the Biden and Trump administrations.
Soldiers are arriving at the border - but hardly any migrants are crossingTroops were deployed to Del Rio, Texas, despite a significant decrease in illegal border crossings.
U.S. Considered Border Buoys Months Before Texas Put Them InBuoys placed in the Rio Grande represent Governor Abbott's controversial strategy to deter migrants, facing legal opposition from the Biden administration.
How Trump's Crackdown Is Drastically Driving Down MigrationIllegal crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border have significantly decreased due to stricter policies implemented by the Biden and Trump administrations.
How will the German election result impact African migrants? DW 02/25/2025The election results have eased fears among Africans in Germany regarding deportations and far-right influence.
Fact check: No, Merz didn't promise to close the border DW 02/28/2025Friedrich Merz faced accusations of breaking his migration policy promises shortly after the German 2025 elections.
How will the German election result impact African migrants? DW 02/25/2025The election results have eased fears among Africans in Germany regarding deportations and far-right influence.
Fact check: No, Merz didn't promise to close the border DW 02/28/2025Friedrich Merz faced accusations of breaking his migration policy promises shortly after the German 2025 elections.
Austrian parties agree on coalition government without far-right partyAustria's centrist parties formed a coalition to exclude the far-right Freedom Party from government.
Belgium Forms a Government After 7 Months of SquabblingBelgium forms a coalition government after lengthy negotiations, with a focus on social spending cuts and migration control.
Austrian parties agree on coalition government without far-right partyAustria's centrist parties formed a coalition to exclude the far-right Freedom Party from government.
Belgium Forms a Government After 7 Months of SquabblingBelgium forms a coalition government after lengthy negotiations, with a focus on social spending cuts and migration control.
How do we defend free speech without falling prey to extremism? | Kenneth RothJD Vance suggests welcoming extremist parties into government, citing it as a reflection of voter concerns, despite their harmful rhetoric.
UK and other European states suspend Syrians' asylum applicationsEuropean nations have paused asylum applications for Syrians due to the shifting political situation in Syria after Assad's departure.
Migration Commissioner open to EU finance for border walls and fencesThe EU is reassessing border management needs for the multi-annual budget, potentially allocating funds for external border barriers.
How do we defend free speech without falling prey to extremism? | Kenneth RothJD Vance suggests welcoming extremist parties into government, citing it as a reflection of voter concerns, despite their harmful rhetoric.
UK and other European states suspend Syrians' asylum applicationsEuropean nations have paused asylum applications for Syrians due to the shifting political situation in Syria after Assad's departure.
Migration Commissioner open to EU finance for border walls and fencesThe EU is reassessing border management needs for the multi-annual budget, potentially allocating funds for external border barriers.
Tax to citizenship: What should foreigners in Germany expect from a CDU-led government?The CDU/CSU alliance maintains a significant lead in polls ahead of Germany's elections, focusing on migration and economic policies.
Merz doubles down on gambit with German far right in combative speechFriedrich Merz defends his migration proposals despite protests, emphasizing CDU's stance against AfD and aiming to secure a strong electoral victory.
Tax to citizenship: What should foreigners in Germany expect from a CDU-led government?The CDU/CSU alliance maintains a significant lead in polls ahead of Germany's elections, focusing on migration and economic policies.
Merz doubles down on gambit with German far right in combative speechFriedrich Merz defends his migration proposals despite protests, emphasizing CDU's stance against AfD and aiming to secure a strong electoral victory.
170 Migrants Deported From U.S. Agree to Return to Home Countries, Panama SaysMany migrants deported from the U.S. to Panama agree to return home amid strict immigration enforcement.
How Trump coerced Colombia to accept deportees by threatening US tariff warThe U.S. and Colombia resolved a conflict over deportation flights, avoiding a trade war after threats of tariffs were exchanged between Trump and Petro.
Rubio Brokers Deal With El Salvador to Send Immigrants, US Citizens to Prisons ThereThe U.S. and El Salvador's agreement on deporting individuals, including U.S. citizens, faces criticism for being unprecedented and possibly illegal.
170 Migrants Deported From U.S. Agree to Return to Home Countries, Panama SaysMany migrants deported from the U.S. to Panama agree to return home amid strict immigration enforcement.
How Trump coerced Colombia to accept deportees by threatening US tariff warThe U.S. and Colombia resolved a conflict over deportation flights, avoiding a trade war after threats of tariffs were exchanged between Trump and Petro.
Rubio Brokers Deal With El Salvador to Send Immigrants, US Citizens to Prisons ThereThe U.S. and El Salvador's agreement on deporting individuals, including U.S. citizens, faces criticism for being unprecedented and possibly illegal.
Car plows into Munich crowd in 'suspected attack,' authorities sayAt least 28 injured in Munich due to a car ramming incident during a union strike, raising concerns about security and asylum policies.
Labour defends migrant raid videos after being accused of trying to mimic ReformThe Independent covers crucial stories across various topics, striving for unbiased, accessible journalism.Labour faces criticism for mirroring far-right migration policies amid controversies.
Is Labour turning into the nasty party?The Independent prioritizes accessible journalism amidst critical socio-political issues.
Labour defends migrant raid videos after being accused of trying to mimic ReformThe Independent covers crucial stories across various topics, striving for unbiased, accessible journalism.Labour faces criticism for mirroring far-right migration policies amid controversies.
Is Labour turning into the nasty party?The Independent prioritizes accessible journalism amidst critical socio-political issues.
Group of Labour MPs urge No 10 to be tougher on migration to fend off threat from ReformLabour MPs are mobilizing to counter the rising influence of Reform UK by urging tougher policies on migration and crime.
Badenoch snubs Reform pact as Tory leader accused of reheating old migration pledgesKemi Badenoch rejects electoral pact with Reform UK, citing it could alienate Tory supporters amid rising political pressure.
Group of Labour MPs urge No 10 to be tougher on migration to fend off threat from ReformLabour MPs are mobilizing to counter the rising influence of Reform UK by urging tougher policies on migration and crime.
Badenoch snubs Reform pact as Tory leader accused of reheating old migration pledgesKemi Badenoch rejects electoral pact with Reform UK, citing it could alienate Tory supporters amid rising political pressure.
As Germany braces for election, backing the far-right AfD no longer a tabooThe hard-right AfD party's influence surges as voters prioritize migration ahead of the snap federal elections in Germany.
Germany: Angela Merkel chides own party over far-right help DW 01/30/2025Merkel criticized the CDU for collaborating with the far-right AfD on migration policies.
Germany: Angela Merkel chides own party over far-right help DW 01/30/2025Merkel criticizes CDU for collaborating with the far-right AfD on migration policy, highlighting the betrayal of previous commitments.
As Germany braces for election, backing the far-right AfD no longer a tabooThe hard-right AfD party's influence surges as voters prioritize migration ahead of the snap federal elections in Germany.
Germany: Angela Merkel chides own party over far-right help DW 01/30/2025Merkel criticized the CDU for collaborating with the far-right AfD on migration policies.
Germany: Angela Merkel chides own party over far-right help DW 01/30/2025Merkel criticizes CDU for collaborating with the far-right AfD on migration policy, highlighting the betrayal of previous commitments.
Germany's Merkel blasts CDU leader for cooperating with far-right AfDFriedrich Merz faced criticism for relying on AfD support to pass controversial migration motion in Germany.
Trump suspends Colombia tariffs after agreement DW 01/27/2025The US will not impose tariffs on Colombia after an agreement on migrant deportations.
Colombia's Gustavo Petro Caves to Trump's ThreatsColombian President Gustavo Petro offers his plane for the return of deportees after Trump threatens sanctions.
Trump suspends Colombia tariffs after agreement DW 01/27/2025The US will not impose tariffs on Colombia after an agreement on migrant deportations.
Colombia's Gustavo Petro Caves to Trump's ThreatsColombian President Gustavo Petro offers his plane for the return of deportees after Trump threatens sanctions.
Up to one in 12 people living in London is an illegal migrant, according to reportLondon reportedly has between 390,355 and 585,533 illegal migrants, equivalent to one in 12 residents, raising concerns about migration control.
Donald Tusk's priorities attacked by both the left and right wingsMEPs criticize Polish PM Tusk's migration policy; call for balance and adherence to EU laws.Debate highlights tensions between security measures and humanitarian obligations.
The overlooked complexities behind African migration DW 01/10/2025Europe is increasingly adopting right-wing stances on migration, focusing on control and misinformation rather than understanding migrant perspectives.
What you need to know about Taiwan's digital nomad visaTaiwan's digital nomad visa, effective from January 2025, offers a one-year stay aimed at attracting skilled foreign workers.
The Guardian view on the Blair-era archives: fateful decisions come in many guises | EditorialThe Iraq war defined Tony Blair's government, overshadowing other significant issues such as the EU migration policy debates. It irreparably damaged his reputation.
Panama says 55 US-bound migrants have died crossing Darien Gap this yearThe Darien jungle remains a perilous route for migrants, resulting in significant loss of life and increased abandonment of children.
Italy grants citizenship to Argentine President Javier Milei DW 12/14/2024Italy's fast-tracked citizenship for Javier Milei has sparked controversy and criticism regarding immigrant rights and the naturalization process in Italy.
'Brexit reset': Why majority of EU citizens want closer ties with the UKA majority of EU citizens desire deeper ties with the UK nearly a decade post-Brexit.
Majority of Brexit voters would accept free movement' to access single marketMajority of Britons now favor free movement for single market access, showcasing a shift in attitudes towards Brexit and immigration.
'Brexit reset': Why majority of EU citizens want closer ties with the UKA majority of EU citizens desire deeper ties with the UK nearly a decade post-Brexit.
Majority of Brexit voters would accept free movement' to access single marketMajority of Britons now favor free movement for single market access, showcasing a shift in attitudes towards Brexit and immigration.
Inside Mexico's massive migrant crackdownMexico's role as a barrier to U.S. immigration is increasing, but experts doubt its sustainability.Interceptions in Mexico are rising, while they decline in the U.S., reflecting shifting migration dynamics.
Expanding border controls clash with Europe's ideal of free movementGermany's new border checks illustrate a troubling shift away from the open borders ethos of the EU.
Mexico announces largest fentanyl seizure in its history, amid US pressureMexico has intensified efforts to combat drug trafficking and detain migrants amid pressure from the US government, particularly the incoming Trump administration.
Netherlands starts border controls to curb migration DW 12/09/2024The Netherlands is intensifying border checks with Germany and Belgium to combat irregular immigration and cross-border crime.
Expanding border controls clash with Europe's ideal of free movementGermany's new border checks illustrate a troubling shift away from the open borders ethos of the EU.
Mexico announces largest fentanyl seizure in its history, amid US pressureMexico has intensified efforts to combat drug trafficking and detain migrants amid pressure from the US government, particularly the incoming Trump administration.
Netherlands starts border controls to curb migration DW 12/09/2024The Netherlands is intensifying border checks with Germany and Belgium to combat irregular immigration and cross-border crime.
Trump talks migration with Mexico leader amid tariff threat DW 11/28/2024Mexico's President Sheinbaum agreed to curb migration into the US, but later denied any border closure agreement made with Trump.