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2 weeks ago
London

Lots of fear': how the Rwanda deportation crackdown led to panic and protests

Protesters successfully halted the deportation of an asylum seeker in London through organized resistance and social media mobilization. [ more ]
Europe politics
www.theguardian.com
6 days ago
Europe politics

The growing tensions over immigration in Ireland

Immigration tensions in Ireland are rising due to changing demographics, a housing crisis, and social inequalities. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
3 days ago
Europe politics

Fifteen countries ask Brussels to explore creating migrant centers outside the EU

European countries led by Denmark propose new methods to control migrant arrivals in Europe through pacts and partnerships with non-EU countries. [ more ]
Irish Independent
4 days ago
Europe politics

Gardai sent migrants back over Border to the North on one-way train tickets

Minister McGrath predicts 30,000 asylum-seekers in Ireland this year. [ more ]
Irish Independent
2 weeks ago
Europe politics

Gardai to be deployed to border with Northern Ireland amid row with UK over asylum seekers

Rishi Sunak stands firm against Ireland sending asylum seekers to the UK, creating a diplomatic issue between the countries. [ more ]
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Axios
3 days ago
Left-wing politics

Here are the policy ideas Trump talks about the most

Former President Trump focuses on banning mask and vaccine mandates, deporting undocumented immigrants, but spends little time on policy plans. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
UK news

Afghans who helped UK forces beg Sunak to back Rwanda deportation exemption

Afghans who supported British troops seek exemption from deportation to Rwanda, urging government for assistance after facing threats and risking their lives.
Peers are pressuring the government to grant asylum seekers who served alongside UK forces overseas an exemption from deportation, highlighting the challenges faced by Afghans seeking safety in the UK. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
New York City

Four migrants in NYC target robbery that left cop injured face likely deportation after being picked up by ICE

Four of the migrants involved in a Manhattan Target robbery are set to be deported by ICE.
One suspect, Brayan Freites-Macias, was ordered held on bail due to being an illegal immigrant. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Tory MPs call for migrant crime league tables' based on nationality

Migrant nationalities with high crime ranked for tougher policies
Proposal to publish offender nationality, visa, asylum status in crime league tables. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Germany news

Far-right Austrian nationalist Martin Sellner banned from entering Germany

Far-right Austrian nationalist Martin Sellner banned from Germany
Repercussions of Sellner's deportation and ban from Germany [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
US politics

U.S. Plans to Deport Mexican Man Acquitted in Kathryn Steinle Case

The U.S plans to deport Jose Inez Garcia Zarate, acquitted in Kathryn Steinle's killing
The case sparked a national debate on immigration and sanctuary cities [ more ]
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www.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago
UK news

One in five asylum seekers on Rwanda list is from Afghanistan, charity says

One in five asylum seekers set for deportation to Rwanda are from Afghanistan. [ more ]
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NewsChain
2 weeks ago
UK news

Asylum seekers not reporting to Home Office 'will be found', vows minister

Asylum seekers earmarked for deportation to Rwanda who have stopped reporting will be located for detention, facing consequences for non-compliance. [ more ]
NewsChain
2 weeks ago
UK news

Thousands of migrants eligible for Rwanda scheme not reporting to Home Office

Thousands of asylum seekers marked for deportation to Rwanda have lost contact with the Home Office. [ more ]
ITV News
2 weeks ago
UK news

Thousands of migrants eligible for Rwanda scheme not reporting to Home Office | ITV News

Thousands of asylum seekers earmarked for deportation to Rwanda have lost contact with the Home Office, leading to delays. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Iraqi sex offender who wants to be deported still in UK after three years, MP says

The Home Office in the UK has faced criticism for failing to deport an Iraqi sex offender convicted of serious crimes since 2019. [ more ]
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www.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
UK news

Rwanda Bill: What happens next if Sunak forces controversial plan through Lords?

Rishi Sunak pushing for Rwanda plan in House of Lords, ensuring bill passing despite amendments. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

MPs set up fight with Lords as they reject amendments to Rwanda Bill

MPs rejected amendments to Rwanda Bill regarding deportation of asylum seekers who aided UK troops, setting a clash with the Lords. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

MPs again reject Lords' plan to protect Afghan heroes from deportation to Rwanda

Tory MPs rejected plan to prevent deportation of Afghan heroes who supported British troops to Rwanda. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Lords' latest defeat of Rishi Sunak's Rwanda Bill delays it past Easter

Peers in the House of Lords voted against the small boats bill for deporting asylum seekers to Rwanda, citing concerns about international law compliance.
Lord Vernon Coaker emphasized the importance of upholding international law and criticized the exemption of ministers in the bill. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Watch MPs overturn all 10 Lords' amendments to Safety of Rwanda Bill

The UK Prime Minister plans spring flights for asylum seekers to Rwanda despite opposition from the House of Lords.
Government successfully resisted changes to deportation legislation made by the House of Lords. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Rishi Sunak facing potential rebellion over Rwanda deportation for Afghan allies

Rishi Sunak faces rebellion over Afghan heroes deportation exemption
House of Lords amendment prevents deportation of Afghan heroes supporting UK troops [ more ]
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1 month ago
Europe news

Germany: No asylum for Russian draft dodgers? DW 04/19/2024

Russian national denied asylum in Germany, fears deportation to Russia for potential participation in Ukraine conflict. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 month ago
Europe news

Germany unlikely to grant Russian draft dodgers asylum DW 04/19/2024

Germany rejects Russian national's asylum application, risking potential deportation back to Russia where he fears being forced to fight in Ukraine. [ more ]
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www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Britain to hand Rwanda 50m as soon as deportation bill becomes law, Home Office

Rishi Sunak to give Rwanda 50m as deportation bill becomes law [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Sunak accused of new low' after betting 1,000 on Rwanda flights

Rishi Sunak and Piers Morgan bet £1,000 on asylum seekers being deported to Rwanda before the next election.
Critics argue that the bet is callous and shows a lack of empathy for the lives of asylum seekers. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Europe politics

Migration Overhaul in E.U. Clears Final Hurdle

Landmark bill approved by European Parliament after decade of negotiations aims to streamline deportation of failed asylum seekers and limit migrant entry.
Bill aims to give member states greater control over borders while enhancing E.U.'s role in migration management as a collective European issue. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Europe politics

A big gamble': Rishi Sunak's Rwanda plan faces crunch week in Commons

Conservative whips warned party moderates that if the Rwanda bill failed, it could be the end of Rishi Sunak's premiership.
The prime minister faces rebellions from both right-wing and centrist members of his party over the bill's provisions on deportation and legal appeals. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

I've prosecuted more people smugglers than Sunak's had helicopter rides, says Starmer

Sir Keir Starmer mentioned prosecuting more people smugglers than PM's helicopter rides.
The discussion was heated during Prime Minister's Questions about deportation of criminals. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Former TFL worker sleeping rough as Home Office delays application

A former TFL worker facing deportation is sleeping on the streets of London after the Home Office allegedly ignored his visa application.
Victor Erouhwo lost his job and became homeless after being unable to afford the fee for his visa extension and being classified as an overstayer. [ more ]
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www.thelocal.com
2 months ago
Germany news

Germany issues entry ban to Austrian far-right activist Sellner

Identitarian Movement leader barred from Germany due to ban on freedom of movement
Far-right figure Sellner linked to anti-immigration and anti-Islamic far-right groups [ more ]
www.thelocal.de
3 months ago
Germany news

How worried should Germany be about the far-right AfD after mass deportation scandal?

Protests in Germany against far-right AfD party
Party members discussed plan to deport people with foreign background [ more ]
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www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

People smuggler who crammed seven migrants into van's tiny sleeping cabin jailed

A people smuggler has been jailed for three years after attempting to enter Britain with seven illegal migrants crammed into his van's one-man sleeping compartment.
The smuggler claimed to have no idea that the compartment was full of people, despite its location directly above his head. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Yarl's Wood immigration centre riot escapee was arrested in Bromley

13 men who escaped from Yarl's Wood detention center during a riot have been arrested in London.
The men were caught at various addresses in Bromley, Hendon, Romford, and Colindale. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
4 months ago
London

Burglar in 26m raid on Tamara Ecclestone's Kensington mansion 'freed from jail after two years'

Alessandro Donati, one of the burglars involved in Britain's largest ever jewellery heist, has been released from prison and deported to Italy.
The stolen items, including precious jewellery, have not been recovered and are believed to have been taken to Serbia to be laundered. [ more ]
Europe news
www.dw.com
3 months ago
Europe news

How are Ukrainian children faring in Russian families? DW 02/02/2024

Thousands of children were illegally deported from Ukraine to Russia and Russian-occupied territories.
The International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for Putin and his commissioner for war crimes, including the deportation of children. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Thailand deports dissident Russian rockers to Israel

Human rights advocates warned against sending Bi-2 to Russia where they could be persecuted for opposing Ukraine war.
Thailand deported members of a dissident Russian-Belarusian rock band critical of Moscow's war in Ukraine to Israel after they were detained for performing without a permit. [ more ]
euronews
3 months ago
Europe news

Russia faces new ICJ ruling as anti-Putin rock band jailed in Thailand

The International Court of Justice is set to rule on Ukraine's allegations that Russia funded separatist rebels and discriminated against Crimea's multiethnic community.
This ruling is the first of two expected decisions linked to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
A rock band critical of Moscow's war in Ukraine is reportedly detained in a Thai immigration jail, fearing deportation to Russia. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Russian rock band critical of Ukraine war faces deportation from Thailand

Members of Russian rock band Bi-2 have been jailed in Thailand for performing without work permits.
The band has spoken out against Russia's invasion of Ukraine and faces possible persecution if returned to Russia. [ more ]
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3 months ago
EU data protection

More than 30,000 UK asylum seekers on bail under Rwanda deportation threat

Over 30,000 asylum seekers in the UK are facing deportation to Rwanda, according to the Home Office.
The Home Office refers to the 94,000 outstanding asylum claims as a 'queue' rather than a backlog. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Number of migrants sent to Rwanda could be quite low', home secretary admits

The number of asylum seekers sent to Rwanda under Rishi Sunak's plan could be low.
The Home Office has identified 33,085 people as eligible, but the number sent to Rwanda is uncertain. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Watch: Moment Sunak's Rwanda asylum bill suffers first defeat in House of Lords

The Rwanda asylum bill has suffered its first defeat in the House of Lords.
Peers supported a call to delay the ratification of the treaty with Rwanda until the government can prove the country is safe. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Home Office hires dummy plane to practice forcing migrants onto Rwanda flights

The Home Office has hired an aircraft hangar and a dummy plane for security officials to practice forcing asylum seekers onto flights to Rwanda.
Scenarios staff are practicing for include migrants violently refusing to board planes, Extinction Rebellion-style play dead protests to block flights, and even dirty protests by campaigners outside the airbase. [ more ]
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4 months ago
UK news

Rwandan president Paul Kagame suggests UK could get money back

President Kagame offered to return UK taxpayer's money if no refugees are sent to Rwanda
The Rwandan government has stated that they have no obligation to return the funds, but will consider a refund if requested by the UK [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Rwandan president offers Britain a refund if Rishi Sunak's Rwanda plan fails

Rwanda's president, Paul Kagame, has offered to repay the UK if it is unable to deport any asylum seekers to his country as part of Rishi Sunak's small boats policy.
Kagame stated that the success of the deportation policy is not Rwanda's problem, and it is up to the UK to resolve any obstacles or challenges. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
UK news

Afghan interpreter who risked life for Britain deported back to Taliban after error

An Afghan interpreter who served alongside the British army was deported back to Afghanistan from Pakistan after the UK refused to grant him sanctuary.
The UK has now admitted they made the wrong decision and approved his application, but it came too late as he was already deported to Afghanistan. [ more ]
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POLITICO
4 months ago
Germany news

German far-right dumps top aide over neo-Nazi scandal

Roland Hartwig, a close aide to the far-right Alternative for Germany's co-leader Alice Weidel, is no longer working with the party's boss.
Hartwig and Weidel terminated their collaboration 'with immediate effect and by mutual agreement' after he was found to have attended a meeting with neo-Nazi activists. [ more ]
POLITICO
4 months ago
Germany news

German far-right dumps top aide over neo-Nazi scandal

Roland Hartwig, a close aide to the far-right Alternative for Germany's co-leader Alice Weidel, is no longer working with the party's boss.
Hartwig and Weidel terminated their collaboration 'with immediate effect and by mutual agreement' after he was found to have attended a meeting with neo-Nazi activists. [ more ]
www.dw.com
4 months ago
Germany news

Germany's Scholz lambasts alleged AfD 'remigration' plan DW 01/11/2024

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemned far-right plans for mass deportation of immigrants.
Scholz emphasized the importance of protecting everyone, regardless of their origin or background. [ more ]
POLITICO
4 months ago
Germany news

After neo-Nazi meeting, Germany's far-right AfD bashed by Scholz

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz criticizes far-right party AfD for members' involvement in meeting discussing deportation of migrants and 'unassimilated citizens'.
Investigation into the meeting draws historical parallels to Nazi plans, sparking outrage in Germany. [ more ]
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Truthout
1 week ago
Education

Rubio Calls for Deportation of International Students Over Pro-Palestine Campus Protests

International students facing deportation by Sen. Marco Rubio for participating in pro-Palestine protests in the U.S. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
3 months ago
Education

China is protesting interrogations and deportations of its students at US entry points

Chinese students arriving in the U.S. have faced interrogations, device checks, and deportations, sparking protests from the Chinese government.
China has the most students studying abroad, with over 1.3 million, and nearly 290,000 Chinese students are currently in the U.S. [ more ]
Irish Independent
3 weeks ago
EU data protection

Ministers scramble to shut 'back door' of asylum-seekers arriving via Northern Ireland

Fast-tracked asylum process implemented for migrants arriving via UK, with three-month deadline for deportation if unable to prove international protection eligibility. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
EU data protection

The 4 reasons why the Rwanda Bill is being fought by Lords

Peers in the House of Lords voted in favor of changes to the controversial Rwanda Bill.
The Rwanda Bill, if passed, could lead to the deportation of asylum seekers to Rwanda via illegal routes. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
EU data protection

Lords tell Sunak: Don't send Afghan heroes to Rwanda

Heroes who assisted UK forces must not be deported to Rwanda.
House of Lords aims to amend stop the boats bill to protect Afghan heroes. [ more ]
Boston.com
1 month ago
Boston

Prosecutors: Ex Boston woman was supposed to report for her jail sentence, but went to the beach instead

Former Boston woman sentenced to 6 months in prison for failing to surrender and enjoying leisurely activities in the Dominican Republic. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Law

Texas concedes law allowing judges to deport migrants may have gone too far'

Texas concedes overreach in immigration law SB4
Debate over state versus federal authority on immigration [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

Laken Riley might still be alive if it wasn't for NYC's sanctuary city laws under ex-Mayor Bill de Blasio, lefty City Council members: critics

Sanctuary city policies blamed for preventing deportation of alleged killer
Critics hold de Blasio and City Council accountable for sanctuary policies [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

Adams admin exploring legal options after NYC Council swats down push to roll back sanctuary city policy

Mayor Eric Adams is exploring legal options after City Council rejected his proposal to amend sanctuary policies.
Adams remains firm on the need to deport violent, repeat offenders while protecting public safety in the city. [ more ]
Fox News
2 months ago
NYC politics

Laken Riley's murder the 'direct result' of immigration laws passed by NYC Democrats: councilman

Recent New York City laws limiting NYPD-ICE cooperation blamed for fatal incident involving illegal immigrant.
ICE unable to issue detainer resulted in release of suspect before deportation proceedings. [ more ]
Fox News
2 months ago
NYC politics

NYC mayor continues calls for sanctuary city amendment to allow deportation of violent illegal immigrants

Mayor Eric Adams seeks to tighten NYC's sanctuary laws for violent criminal illegal migrants.
Adams advocates for modifying sanctuary city law to deport those who commit felonies or violent acts. [ more ]
ABC News
2 months ago
NYC politics

NYC Mayor Eric Adams calls for modifying sanctuary city status

Mayor Eric Adams supports modifying sanctuary city laws to allow deportation of migrants who commit serious crimes.
Existing laws restrict cooperation with federal ICE agents for foreign nationals charged but not convicted of a crime. [ more ]
Fox News
2 months ago
NYC politics

NYC Mayor Eric Adams doubles down on call for changes to city's 'sanctuary' status amid migrant crisis

Mayor Eric Adams advocates for modifying sanctuary city law to deport migrants committing felonies.
Adams emphasizes the need for migrants to have the right to work and blames federal lawmakers for restrictions. [ more ]
710 WOR
3 months ago
NYC politics

Mayor Adams Would 'Love' To Entertain Changes To NYC's Sanctuary Status | 710 WOR

There are calls for New York City to eliminate its sanctuary status.
Mayor Adams expressed willingness to work with immigration officials to deport migrants convicted of crimes. [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
New York City

Lefty laws protect NYC migrants who beat cops from getting deported, congresswoman says

Left-leaning state and city laws make it difficult to deport dangerous migrants who commit crimes.
Democratic lawmakers have pushed through laws that prohibit city cops and state troopers from working with federal immigration officials. [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
New York City

Hochul steps up call to deport migrant mob busted in cop-beating caught on video: 'Get them all and send them back'

Governor Kathy Hochul is calling for the migrants involved in the attack on NYPD officers in Times Square to be deported from the US.
Two more asylum-seekers have been arrested in connection with the attack, bringing the total number of arrests to seven.
There is still at least one more suspect being sought by the NYPD. [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
New York City

Hochul suggests deporting mob of migrants who pounded on cops in caught-on-camera attack near Times Square

Republican politicians are calling for the deportation of migrants involved in an attack on NYPD officers in Times Square.
Governor Kathy Hochul and other officials are considering the possibility of deportation for migrants who commit crimes against police officers in New York. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
New York City

Lawyer and Son Ensnared Hundreds of Immigrants in Fraud Scheme, U.S. Says

A Bronx lawyer and his son have been arrested for running an immigration fraud scheme that defrauded hundreds of immigrants and led to some of them being deported.
The lawyer and his son advised clients to falsely claim abuse under the Violence Against Women Act as a way to obtain green cards.
The lawyer and his son face charges of conspiracy to defraud the United States and conspiracy to commit immigration fraud, with a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison. [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
NYC politics

By letting cop-beating migrants go, NYC looks like biggest dupes in the world

Migrants assaulted an NYPD officer
Governor Kathy Hochul has the authority to deport criminals [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
US politics

U.S. Quietly Resumes Deportation Flights Deep Into Mexico

The United States has resumed deporting some Mexicans on flights that carry them far from the southern border in an effort to discourage repeat border crossings.
The first flight to Morelia, a city in central Mexico, took off on Tuesday and more flights are expected to continue on a regular basis.
The Biden administration is struggling to address a surge in uncontrolled immigration from Central America, South America, and other countries. [ more ]
NBC News
3 months ago
NYC politics

N.Y. Gov. Hochul says reported migrants who attacked NYPD officers in Times Square should be deported

Governor Kathy Hochul of New York supports deporting migrants who assaulted police officers in Times Square.
Assaulting a police officer can make a person eligible for deportation as it is a federal crime. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Members of Russian anti-war rock band face deportation from Thailand

Russian rock band members face deportation from Thailand after being arrested for working without a permit
Arrest of Bi-2 may serve as a warning to artists critical of Moscow [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 months ago
Germany news

Germany: Marches against the far-right draw over 200,000 DW 01/20/2024

A secret plan to deport millions of migrants and minorities has led to large-scale pro-democracy protests in Germany.
Over 300,000 people marched in cities across the country, with banners emphasizing that fascism is not an alternative. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
4 months ago
Germany news

German parliament approves legislation easing deportations of rejected asylum seekers

Germany's parliament has approved legislation aimed at easing deportations of unsuccessful asylum-seekers.
The new legislation increases the maximum length of pre-deportation custody and facilitates the deportation of individuals who are members of criminal organizations. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
4 months ago
Germany news

German parliament approves legislation easing deportations of rejected asylum seekers

Germany's parliament has approved legislation aimed at easing deportations of unsuccessful asylum-seekers.
The new legislation increases the maximum length of pre-deportation custody and facilitates the deportation of individuals who are members of criminal organizations. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
Germany news

German parliament approves legislation easing deportations of rejected asylum seekers

The German parliament has approved legislation to ease deportations of unsuccessful asylum-seekers.
The legislation increases the maximum length of pre-deportation custody and facilitates the deportation of people who are members of a criminal organization. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
Germany news

Germany's Scholz condemns alleged plot by far-right groups to deport millions if they take power

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemned alleged plans by far-right groups to plot the deportation of millions of immigrants, echoing Nazi ideology.
Scholz emphasized that Germany will protect everyone regardless of origin or ethnic background. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
Germany news

Germany's Scholz condemns alleged plot by far-right groups to deport millions if they take power

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemned alleged plans by far-right groups to plot the deportation of millions of immigrants, echoing Nazi ideology.
Scholz emphasized that Germany will protect everyone regardless of origin or ethnic background. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
4 months ago
Germany politics

German parliament approves legislation easing deportations of rejected asylum seekers

Germany's parliament has approved legislation aimed at easing deportations of unsuccessful asylum-seekers.
The new legislation increases the maximum length of pre-deportation custody and facilitates the deportation of individuals who are members of criminal organizations. [ more ]
POLITICO
4 months ago
Germany politics

German far-right dumps top aide over neo-Nazi scandal

Roland Hartwig, a close aide to the far-right Alternative for Germany's co-leader Alice Weidel, is no longer working with the party's boss.
Hartwig and Weidel terminated their collaboration 'with immediate effect and by mutual agreement' after he was found to have attended a meeting with neo-Nazi activists. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
Germany politics

Germany's Scholz condemns alleged plot by far-right groups to deport millions if they take power

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemned alleged plans by far-right groups to plot the deportation of millions of immigrants, echoing Nazi ideology.
Scholz emphasized that Germany will protect everyone regardless of origin or ethnic background. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
UK politics

Unions condemn rule change that could force civil servants to break law on Rwanda plan

Unions are criticizing a proposed change to Whitehall rules that would require civil servants to ignore Strasbourg judgments.
Ministers are planning to tweak the civil service code to order officials to follow ministerial decisions even if they block last-minute injunctions from the European court of human rights. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
UK politics

The trouble with targets: immigration is a potential headache for Labour

Labour's immigration policies are not very flashy, but they prioritize credibility over drama
Scrutiny on Labour's immigration policies will intensify as the election approaches [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
UK politics

Rishi Sunak claims new Rwanda asylum bill will prevent legal challenges

Rishi Sunak announces new legislation to prevent legal challenges and allow deportation flights to Rwanda.
His immigration minister, Robert Jenrick, quits over proposed law, causing blow to Sunak's authority. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
UK politics

Tories face electoral oblivion' unless Rwanda flights go ahead, says Braverman

Conservative party faces electoral oblivion unless human rights laws for deportation flights to Rwanda are blocked
Former home secretary urges creation of detention centers and amendment of Illegal Migration Bill [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
UK politics

UK taxpayers to bear extra cost over Rwanda treaty

The signing of the deportation treaty with Rwanda will result in extra costs for British taxpayers.
The UK will pay for British and Commonwealth judges and all legal fees related to the new appeals process. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Top Tories round on Rishi Sunak over Rwanda bill

Tory MP Lee Anderson is poised to back rebel amendments to Rishi Sunak's Rwanda Bill, joining up to 60 fellow right-wing Conservative MPs.
Cabinet minister Kemi Badenoch has privately warned that the Bill does not go far enough, urging the PM to block individual appeals by migrants. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
Berlin

Germany's Scholz condemns alleged plot by far-right groups to deport millions if they take power

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemned alleged plans by far-right groups to plot the deportation of millions of immigrants, echoing Nazi ideology.
Scholz emphasized that Germany will protect everyone regardless of origin or ethnic background. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
Germany news

Germany's Scholz condemns alleged plot by far-right groups to deport millions if they take power

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemned alleged plans by far-right groups to plot the deportation of millions of immigrants, echoing Nazi ideology.
Scholz emphasized that Germany will protect everyone regardless of origin or ethnic background. [ more ]
POLITICO
4 months ago
Germany news

After neo-Nazi meeting, Germany's far-right AfD bashed by Scholz

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz criticizes far-right party AfD for members' involvement in meeting discussing deportation of migrants and 'unassimilated citizens'.
Investigation into the meeting draws historical parallels to Nazi plans, sparking outrage in Germany. [ more ]
WSJ
4 months ago
France politics

France's Prime Minister Resigns After Immigration Fight Splits Macron's Party

Élisabeth Borne resigned as French Prime Minister after a contentious immigration bill was passed.
The bill increases authorities' power to deport foreigners and limits access to welfare and citizenship. [ more ]
time.com
4 months ago
Social justice

The Current Migrant Crisis Is a Collective Trauma

Unprecedented numbers of Venezuelan migrants crossed the US border in 2023, with more than 50,000 arriving in September alone.
The US government has announced plans to deport Venezuelans who entered the country illegally and have no legal basis to remain. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Why are so many Afghans being kicked out of Pakistan? | Start Here

Over 370,000 Afghans have fled Pakistan due to a crackdown on undocumented refugees.
Deteriorating relations between Pakistan and the Taliban government in Afghanistan are contributing factors to the deportation drive. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
UK news

Suella Braverman hits out at Sunak's Rwanda plans as Tory revolt grows

Sacked home secretary Suella Braverman criticizes Rishi Sunak's Rwanda plans in a speech to the House of Commons
Braverman warns of electoral oblivion for the Conservative party if it introduces more legislation to fail to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
UK news

Rishi Sunak faces right-wing Tory revolt on Rwanda

UK signs treaty with Rwanda to rescue deportation plan
Tory MPs plot rebellion against Rishi Sunak's legislation [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
UK news

Three options Sunak considering to make Rwanda deportation plan work - and the flaws

UK home secretary James Cleverly has traveled to Rwanda in an attempt to salvage the government's plan to deport asylum seekers, which was deemed unlawful by the Supreme Court.
Rishi Sunak, the chancellor, is taking a three-pronged approach to make the plan viable, including updating the UK's memorandum of understanding with Rwanda to a treaty and addressing concerns raised by the Supreme Court. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
UK news

Lee Anderson attacks Home Office bosses over staggering' failure on asylum figures

Senior Conservative Lee Anderson criticizes Home Office for failing to provide asylum system figures.
Home Office officials admit they don't know what happened to 17,000 withdrawn asylum claims.
Negotiations for Rishi Sunak's deportation treaty with Rwanda in final stages. [ more ]
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5 months ago
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Afghan threatened with Rwanda removal for second time after Home Office blunder

An Afghan intelligence analyst who helped the British military in Kabul is facing deportation to Rwanda due to a Home Office error.
The analyst had applied for the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy (Arap) scheme but hadn't received a response.
The Home Office mistakenly started progressing his asylum claim, but later admitted the error and paused his claim for potential removal to Rwanda. [ more ]
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