Asylum

Greece Passes Controversial Law Allowing Imprisonment of Rejected Asylum Seekers

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ATHENS, Greece — A controversial law in Greece now permits authorities to detain rejected asylum seekers, igniting concerns from human rights advocates about the potential for abuse and the treatment of vulnerable populations. The legislative change, approved by the Greek government, aims to expedite the deportation process for individuals whose requests for asylum have been denied. The law permits the detention of these individuals for up to 18 months while their cases are reviewed or until arrangements for their deportation are finalized. This shift in policy comes amid ongoing tensions regarding immigration in Greece, a … Read more

UK Asylum System in Crisis: Court Ruling Forces Hotel to Evict Asylum Seekers Amid Controversial New Appeal Body Proposal

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Epping, England — The United Kingdom government is grappling with growing concerns over its handling of asylum seekers, as recent court decisions expose deep flaws in its approach. New initiatives introduced last week have raised more questions than answers regarding the future of asylum accommodations and the legal framework supporting them. The situation escalated last Tuesday when a High Court judge granted Epping Forest District Council a temporary injunction against Somani Hotels Ltd., which operates the Bell Hotel outside Epping. Mr. Justice Eyre ruled that the use of the hotel for housing asylum seekers constituted … Read more

Greece Moves to Strengthen Asylum Policies Amid Growing Rejections, Says Prime Minister

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Athens, Greece – The Greek government is moving forward with a proposal to enhance measures against rejected asylum seekers, as Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced plans for stricter legislation. The initiative responds to ongoing challenges faced by the country in managing its immigration system, particularly with a rising number of individuals whose asylum applications have been denied. Mitsotakis spoke about the necessity of these legal changes during a recent meeting, underscoring the importance of reinforcing Greece’s borders while balancing humanitarian concerns. The government aims to streamline the process for handling applications, though critics argue that … Read more

Judge Orders Trump Administration to Repatriate Asylum Seeker from Guatemala

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A federal judge in California has ordered the Trump administration to restore the asylum claim of a Guatemalan migrant who had been denied entry to the United States. The ruling underscores ongoing legal battles surrounding immigration policy and the treatment of asylum seekers. The case centers on a Guatemalan man who fled his home country, seeking refuge from violence and persecution. Upon reaching the U.S. border, he was turned away as part of a controversial policy established during Trump’s presidency aimed at limiting asylum claims. Critics argue that these measures effectively pushed back those in … Read more