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A 79-year-old Cuban immigrant known as 'the grandma' has been released after nine months in an Arizona detention center, where her health deteriorated, as reported by Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva.

Marcin Romanowski, a politician of the Law and Justice party, is currently living in Hungary under political asylum and has renounced his parliamentary salary, while still receiving funding for his office despite being pursued by a warrant since late 2024.

Germany's Bundestag has approved a bill to tighten asylum rules while easing asylum seekers' access to the labor market, implementing EU directives into German law.

Campaigners in Crowborough, UK, are set to challenge the government's decision to house 540 asylum seekers at a military training center in their town.

A legal challenge by a residents' group against the housing of asylum seekers at an East Sussex army camp has been dismissed by the High Court.

The Greek Minister of Migration and Asylum Thanos Plevris announced a significant increase in asylum revocations, saying that over 1,000 revocations are expected by June 2026.

The German Bundestag has narrowly approved the implementation of new EU asylum rules, marking the most significant reform since 1993, which has drawn criticism for restricting the rights of asylum seekers.

Norway plans to tighten its rules for Ukrainian men of draft age, reducing their access to temporary collective protection amidst growing refugee numbers.

The Bundestag has approved stricter asylum regulations alongside easier access to the labor market for asylum seekers, aligning with a 2024 EU reform.

The Bundestag has approved stricter asylum regulations and eased labor market access for asylum seekers in Germany.

The Green Party in Germany criticizes the government's asylum reform, stating it will adversely affect children and young people.

New data reveals that the number of asylum seekers in the UK surpassed 100,000 in the previous year, with significant increases in dangerous boat crossings.

Bill Clinton is set to testify in Congress regarding his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein as the German parliament considers tightening asylum laws.

The article discusses the ongoing need for civil rights and proper measures for integration in Norway, particularly in the context of the challenges faced by Ukrainian refugees.

The Belgian Constitutional Court has suspended two new measures aimed at limiting asylum seekers and migrants in Belgium, which were approved by the government.

Ulf Kristersson defends Sweden's strict migration policies, emphasizing the law's need for consistency despite concerns over the impact on teenagers facing deportation.

The EU declared Colombia a 'safe country', impacting asylum seekers and denying automatic asylum claims for Colombians.

UK Minister Mike Tapp has announced a commitment to expand safe and legal routes for asylum seekers, contingent on controlling illegal migration.

North Rhine-Westphalia is calling for the permanent protection of Yazidis in Germany amid ongoing debates over stricter asylum policies.

Norway is tightening residence rules for Ukrainian men eligible for military service, ending temporary collective protection for this group.

The number of asylum seekers in UK hotels has decreased to its lowest level in 18 months, according to Home Office statistics, amidst government claims of effective asylum system reforms.

The Norwegian government has decided to tighten regulations on temporary collective protection for Ukrainian men aged 18-60, allowing only individual asylum applications instead.

The Norwegian government is tightening regulations for Ukrainian refugees, denying temporary collective protection to Ukrainian men aged 18 to 60.

The UK sees a decrease in the number of asylum seekers housed in hotels, coinciding with an increase in small boat arrivals.

The number of people housed in asylum hotels in the UK has decreased significantly, leading to discussions about the government's migration policies and impact on support services.

A recent poll in Hungary shows rising support for the Respect and Freedom Party, which poses a challenge to the ruling Fidesz party ahead of the elections.

The U.S. DHS has proposed a change to work permit regulations for asylum seekers, extending the wait time for EAD applications from 180 days to 365 days.

The Greek Asylum System, established in 2013, faces ongoing political scrutiny and controversy, reflecting deep divides in governmental and public perspectives on asylum policies.

USCIS has proposed to temporarily suspend work permits for individuals with pending asylum claims, citing a backlog of over 1.4 million applications.

The SPD is reluctantly supporting a law to implement reforms to the Common European Asylum System (GEAS) as the German government takes steps toward a stricter migration policy.

The German Bundestag's Interior Committee has passed two draft laws for the implementation of the EU asylum law reform, allowing asylum seekers in initial reception facilities to work more quickly and ensuring that children can attend school within two months of applying for asylum.

The housing company plans to take former MP Ano Turtiais and his wife Minna Turtiais's apartment if they do not pay overdue housing fees.

Amy Hamm discusses how Pierre Poilievre's immigration plan could resonate positively with voters as it targets foreign criminals and failed asylum claimants.

Ano Turtiainen and his wife are at risk of losing their apartment in Mikkeli due to unpaid dues amounting to approximately €2,500.

A report highlights the ongoing illegal forced returns of tens of thousands of asylum seekers from the EU's external borders amidst systematic violence.

The article discusses Pierre Poilievre's criticism of the Canadian government's treatment of asylum seekers, claiming they receive better health care benefits than struggling citizens.

The article argues that public mobilization is essential for changing Swedish asylum policies, which oscillate between periods of solidarity and restriction.

The Conservative Party of Canada has introduced a motion in Parliament to limit health care benefits for rejected asylum claimants, citing rising costs of the health program.

Germany plans to integrate asylum seekers into the labor market more quickly, but experts caution that the impact may be minimal, particularly if integration courses are cut.

This article discusses the ongoing negotiations and legislative actions between the Union and SPD in the German Bundestag, focusing on a new asylum package and labor law that are being introduced this week.

This article recounts the experiences of Ukrainian refugees in Sweden, highlighting the impact of the ongoing war on their lives and the hardships they face.

The Trump administration is reinstating a 365-day waiting period for asylum seekers to receive work permits starting in April 2026.

The number of Cuban asylum requests in Brazil has nearly doubled from 2024 to 2025, with many entering the country illegally and under perilous conditions.

Alejandro Mendoza, a Venezuelan journalist who had been applying for asylum, was detained by ICE agents in Orlando while working as an Uber driver.

A Ukrainian family denied asylum in the UK received advice from the Home Office to use noise-cancelling headphones for their child to cope with the sounds of war in Ukraine.

Campaigners in Crowborough, East Sussex, are pursuing a judicial review against the government's decision to convert an army training center into accommodation for hundreds of asylum seekers, expressing significant concern about the implications of such measures.

The European Union has officially adopted a list of safe countries, allowing member states greater flexibility in rejecting asylum applications deemed inadmissible.

Canada's Immigration and Refugee Board eliminated many security screening protocols, resulting in 25,000 asylum claimants receiving refugee status without in-person interviews due to the overwhelming number of claims.

German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt proposes a rapid integration plan for refugees to enter the workforce, but critics argue it may fail due to its short-sighted nature.

Border guards in Lithuania interrupted the journey of seven illegal migrants heading from Riga to Vilnius, aiming for a Western European country.