Afghans, including refugees in the United Kingdom and Ireland, are facing a challenging situation following the decision to close their embassy in London. The UK government requested the closure of the Afghan diplomatic mission after the Taliban expelled embassy staff from the previous administration for refusing to represent the new regime. This situation has left…
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper unveiled the government’s strategy to combat illegal immigration, which focuses on strengthening border controls, reopening two detention centers, and expanding detention capacity by 290 beds. Cooper also committed to increasing deportations of failed asylum seekers to 2018 levels, aiming to deport 14,000 individuals by the end of 2024. The government’s plan…
A recent BBC report has revealed that the number of refugees arriving in the UK via the English Channel in 2024 has increased. According to the report, a total of 18,467 refugees have crossed the English Channel since the beginning of the year until August 12. This number is higher than the figures recorded for…
Ahead of the European Parliament’s first plenary session, ninety human rights organizations called on the EU to reject member states’ plans for deporting refugees and outsourcing asylum processing to third countries. They called for upholding the right to asylum and the rule of law. The organizations strongly condemned attempts by certain European nations to circumvent…
Prime Minister Starmer has unveiled a new migration strategy that focuses on addressing the root causes of migration. Under this strategy, the government will invest GBP 84 million in projects across Africa aimed at tackling the underlying factors driving migration. This funding will support initiatives in job creation, education, and humanitarian aid. Additionally, the policy…
Italian authorities have confiscated a rescue ship funded by renowned British graffiti artist Banksy, following its involvement in the rescue of 37 people in the Mediterranean Sea. Banksy condemned the seizure as abhorrent and unacceptable, particularly highlighting that the ship had saved 17 unaccompanied minors who were on the verge of drowning. The decision to…
