Uncertainty grows among refugees and migrants as Germany heads to the pollsIn Germany, rising far-right sentiment is creating an atmosphere of fear for migrants and refugees ahead of high-stakes elections.
Syrian passports: How German money funds war crimes in Syria DW 03/28/2024Adam Yasmin organized demonstrations for democracy in Syria as a teenager, was arrested, then fled to Germany.Yasmin refused to obtain a Syrian passport for German citizenship, citing traumatic past experiences with the Syrian government.
Uncertainty grows among refugees and migrants as Germany heads to the pollsIn Germany, rising far-right sentiment is creating an atmosphere of fear for migrants and refugees ahead of high-stakes elections.
Syrian passports: How German money funds war crimes in Syria DW 03/28/2024Adam Yasmin organized demonstrations for democracy in Syria as a teenager, was arrested, then fled to Germany.Yasmin refused to obtain a Syrian passport for German citizenship, citing traumatic past experiences with the Syrian government.
The Guardian view on Labour and the constitution: respect judicial independence | EditorialJudicial independence in Britain faces challenges, as recent political exchanges threaten respect for court decisions.
Planned change in British citizenship rules faces first legal challengeUK's new citizenship rules for refugees face legal challenge.Refugees arriving via irregular means are denied citizenship rights.
eVisa switch leaving refugees at risk of destitution', Home Office warnedThe shift to electronic visas in the UK is putting refugees at risk, creating barriers to essential services and potential evictions.
Planned change in British citizenship rules faces first legal challengeUK's new citizenship rules for refugees face legal challenge.Refugees arriving via irregular means are denied citizenship rights.
eVisa switch leaving refugees at risk of destitution', Home Office warnedThe shift to electronic visas in the UK is putting refugees at risk, creating barriers to essential services and potential evictions.
UK to deny citizenship to migrants who arrive via dangerous routesThe UK Labour government is tightening citizenship rules for illegal migrants amidst rising anti-immigration sentiments.
Asylum seekers who refuse rescue in Channel may face five-year jail termsNew law could penalize asylum seekers refusing rescue, aiming to disrupt Channel crossings.
UK to deny citizenship to migrants who arrive via dangerous routesThe UK Labour government is tightening citizenship rules for illegal migrants amidst rising anti-immigration sentiments.
Asylum seekers who refuse rescue in Channel may face five-year jail termsNew law could penalize asylum seekers refusing rescue, aiming to disrupt Channel crossings.
The UK should resettle at least 5,000 refugees each year, MPs urgeQuality journalism is essential in critical times, requiring unrestricted access to information and support for diverse stories.The UK government faces pressure to improve refugee resettlement and family reunification processes. The current system is failing.
Watch: Starmer faces PMQs as Labour to deny UK citizenship to small boat refugeesThe UK government's new guidance makes citizenship for small boat refugees nearly impossible, raising ethical concerns.
Labour government to deny UK citizenship to small boat refugeesNew stringent UK immigration policies make it harder for refugees arriving by boat to gain citizenship.
The UK should resettle at least 5,000 refugees each year, MPs urgeQuality journalism is essential in critical times, requiring unrestricted access to information and support for diverse stories.The UK government faces pressure to improve refugee resettlement and family reunification processes. The current system is failing.
Watch: Starmer faces PMQs as Labour to deny UK citizenship to small boat refugeesThe UK government's new guidance makes citizenship for small boat refugees nearly impossible, raising ethical concerns.
Labour government to deny UK citizenship to small boat refugeesNew stringent UK immigration policies make it harder for refugees arriving by boat to gain citizenship.
As Trump's anti-migrant push gains steam, advocates urge Canada to actCanada's border policies are criticized for collaborating with anti-migrant US measures.
Will the status of Syrian refugees in Europe change?The collapse of the al-Assad dynasty has led to European countries pausing asylum requests for Syrian refugees, raising safety concerns.
Britain's home secretary touts UK-Rwanda migrant deportation deal during visit to ItalyA migrant deportation deal between the UK and Rwanda is seen as a creative deterrent, although criticized for potentially violating international law.
Will the status of Syrian refugees in Europe change?The collapse of the al-Assad dynasty has led to European countries pausing asylum requests for Syrian refugees, raising safety concerns.
Britain's home secretary touts UK-Rwanda migrant deportation deal during visit to ItalyA migrant deportation deal between the UK and Rwanda is seen as a creative deterrent, although criticized for potentially violating international law.
Theresa May-lite or real humanitarian? Yvette Cooper's new migrant plan makes me fear the worst | Zoe WilliamsYvette Cooper's immigration plans prioritize removal over humane treatment, raising concerns about the system's effectiveness and fairness.
Labour urged to drop Tory rhetoric or risk failing to fix broken asylum systemLabour risks failing to reform the asylum system without challenging Tory rhetoric and promoting a compassionate approach toward refugees.
Cooper's plans to reopen immigration detention centre opposed by Labour-led councilLocal council opposes reopening Campsfield House immigration centre, emphasizing the need for humane immigration policies and safe routes for asylum seekers.
Theresa May-lite or real humanitarian? Yvette Cooper's new migrant plan makes me fear the worst | Zoe WilliamsYvette Cooper's immigration plans prioritize removal over humane treatment, raising concerns about the system's effectiveness and fairness.
Labour urged to drop Tory rhetoric or risk failing to fix broken asylum systemLabour risks failing to reform the asylum system without challenging Tory rhetoric and promoting a compassionate approach toward refugees.
Cooper's plans to reopen immigration detention centre opposed by Labour-led councilLocal council opposes reopening Campsfield House immigration centre, emphasizing the need for humane immigration policies and safe routes for asylum seekers.
Has Israel-Hamas war displaced Palestinian refugees forever? DW 09/28/2024Palestinian refugees face severe discrimination and poverty, with varying legal statuses in host countries.
Afghan family refused UK visas to join son, 13, evacuated from KabulThe Home Office rejected a visa application from a family in Afghanistan seeking to reunite with their son evacuated to the UK.
Keir Starmer's Immigration Bill Only Continues Right's Racist Agenda in UKThe Labour government continues to implement restrictive anti-migrant policies, undermining hopes for progressive change in migration rights.
UK: Huge anti-racism protests follow violent unrest DW 08/08/2024Thousands of anti-racism protesters rally in UK cities against far-right anti-immigration protests, advocating for immigrant and refugee rights.
Next London mayor should fund refugees' tenancy deposits to curb homelessness, says charityThere had been a 239% increase in refugee homelessness across the UK in two years.
New York State Bar Association Honors Human Rights Attorney Becca HellerBecca Heller to receive Distinction in International Law and Affairs Award for her dedication to aiding displaced individuals worldwide.Heller's work with the International Refugee Assistance Project has significantly impacted refugee rights advocacy globally.
ICJ to fine Hungary 1m a day until it complies with EU refugee lawsHungary fined 200m for breaching EU asylum laws, ordered to pay 1m per day until compliance, sparking controversy and highlighting anti-EU sentiments.