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๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Deputy Dombrava: There is insufficient monitoring of the activities of citizens from third countries in Latvia

Deputy Dombrava raises concerns over the lack of monitoring regarding foreign students in Latvia, specifically highlighting issues related to students from third-world countries who fail to attend classes.

Mar 23 โ€ข 06:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

EK criticizes the current government's immigration policy - presents 72 ways to increase immigration in the next government term

The Confederation of Finnish Industries (EK) has criticized Prime Minister Petteri Orpo's government's approach to immigration and is advocating for significant reforms to increase work-related immigration in Finland.

Mar 23 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

EK wants to abolish home care support and remove availability consideration

The Confederation of Finnish Industries (EK) proposes measures to facilitate work-related immigration to Finland due to declining birth rates and workforce availability concerns.

Mar 23 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Etla: Under these conditions, immigration improves Finland's economy

A new report by the research institute Etla examines the complex economic impacts of immigration on Finland, stressing that positive outcomes depend on targeted political actions.

Mar 22 โ€ข 22:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Official | USCIS invalidates the previous form for work permits and launches a rule that could leave thousands 'in pause'

The USCIS has enacted a 'zero tolerance' policy for outdated versions of Form I-765, affecting work permit applications from March 2026.

Mar 21 โ€ข 20:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

New Candidate Name in the Center Party Leadership Contest

Member of Parliament Hilkka Kemppi is seeking re-election as the Vice Chair of the Center Party in Finland, emphasizing the need for the party to prioritize family and immigration policies.

Mar 20 โ€ข 14:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Riga's Deputy Mayor Ratnieks comments on the viral video of migrants praying en masse on the sidewalk

Riga's Deputy Mayor Edvards Ratnieks has reached out to the State Security Service regarding a video of migrants praying on a sidewalk, emphasizing the need for immediate action on immigration policy.

Mar 20 โ€ข 11:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Denmark has shown how to tighten the rules on asylum seekers to a minimum.

Denmark has drastically minimized the number of asylum seekers by implementing stricter regulations.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Mass Deportation 'Has Gone Too Far': Trump Wants Radical Changes to Immigration Policy

Trump plans to scale back his administration's mass deportation efforts and refocus immigration policy ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Mar 20 โ€ข 03:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Canadian population saw 2nd straight drop as 2025 ended: StatCan

Canada experienced a population decrease of over 103,000 individuals from October 2025 to January 2026, marking the second consecutive quarterly decline in the population, attributed largely to a reduction in non-permanent residents.

Mar 19 โ€ข 16:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

US Intelligence Agencies Support Trump's Foreign Policy Positions

A new threat assessment by U.S. intelligence agencies aligns with President Trump's views on immigration and international peace agreements while presenting a grim picture of increasing threats.

Mar 19 โ€ข 08:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

United States raised to 50 the number of countries whose citizens must deposit $15,000 to obtain visas

The Trump administration has announced an expansion of the visa bond program requiring citizens from 50 countries to deposit $15,000 to obtain business and tourism visas to the United States.

Mar 19 โ€ข 00:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Why teenage deportations became too much for the government

The Swedish government faces mounting criticism for deporting well-integrated and ambitious teenagers from their families as the debate intensifies ahead of the 2026 election.

Mar 19 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Almost 200 House Dems vote against deporting people who commit welfare fraud

The House passed the Deporting Fraudsters Act, allowing for the deportation of noncitizens convicted of welfare fraud, with most Democrats opposing it.

Mar 18 โ€ข 21:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Starmer plans to ease impact of immigration policy changes after backlash from Labour MPs

Keir Starmer is looking to modify immigration policy changes after facing significant opposition from Labour MPs, including former deputy Angela Rayner.

Mar 18 โ€ข 19:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

Rwanda demands more than ยฃ100m from UK over failed migrant deportation deal

Rwanda is seeking over ยฃ100 million from the UK for a failed migrant deportation agreement that was annulled by the Labour government in 2024.

Mar 18 โ€ข 19:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

The U.S. will require a bond of $15,000 for tourism and business visas from 12 new countries

The U.S. Department of State will implement a $15,000 bond requirement for B1 and B2 visa applicants from 12 countries starting April 2, including Nicaragua.

Mar 18 โ€ข 15:45 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
World

Britain owes $115 million for refugee resettlement scheme, Kigali tells international court

Rwanda claims that Britain owes it $115 million under a refugee deal that was terminated by Prime Minister Keir Starmer shortly after he took office.

Mar 18 โ€ข 14:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

USA now requires a $15,000 bond for visa applications from citizens of 50 countries

The Trump administration has announced a new policy requiring a $15,000 bond for visa applications from citizens of 50 countries to prevent illegal residency.

Mar 18 โ€ข 12:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Doctors against CPR. "Ideologized conduct"

Doctors at Ravenna's infectious diseases department issued false certificates to prevent immigrants from being detained in a repatriation center, leading to professional bans for some involved.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor. Increase the number of quota refugees to 5,000 per year

The article argues for Sweden to restore its quota for refugees to 5,000 annually while maintaining a strict immigration policy.

Mar 18 โ€ข 10:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The US Supreme Court moves forward: the review of the validity of TPS involving thousands of immigrants

The US Supreme Court is set to review the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for citizens of Haiti and Syria amid ongoing judicial rulings that prevent the termination of protections for these migrants.

Mar 18 โ€ข 08:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A controversial anti-immigration ditch at the border marks Kast's first week in power

Josรฉ Antonio Kast's initial actions as President of Chile highlight a strong focus on immigration policy, with the inauguration of the 'Plan Escudo Fronterizo' aimed at tightening border controls.

Mar 17 โ€ข 21:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Black Wall in Ciudad Juรกrez: the new US bet to curb irregular migration

The Trump administration is pushing for the construction of a new section of border wall in the Santa Teresa area facing Ciudad Juรกrez as part of a security project costing approximately $4.5 billion.

Mar 17 โ€ข 18:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

It is official: Donald Trump eases the hiring of migrant workers to face the agricultural labor shortage

The Trump administration has decided to facilitate the hiring of foreign agricultural workers to address the growing labor shortage in the U.S. agricultural sector.

Mar 17 โ€ข 11:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Who are ICE agents and how are they trained?

The article discusses the visibility and training processes of ICE agents amidst increasing scrutiny of U.S. immigration policies.

Mar 17 โ€ข 10:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Vladislav Kondratoviฤius. Why do we talk about the migration boogeyman, although we do not see it?

The article discusses the proposed suspension of temporary residence permit applications from citizens of Russia and Belarus in Lithuania, emphasizing the need for a rational debate about migration policies based on factual data.

Mar 17 โ€ข 09:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Liveblog USA under Trump: Bovino retires early

Greg Bovino, a key figure in Trump's immigration policy, is retiring early amid developments in Trump's second term.

Mar 17 โ€ข 07:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Ditches and Walls at the Border: Kast Already Implements Initial Measures to Curb Illegal Immigration in Chile

Chilean President Josรฉ Antonio Kast has launched the 'Border Shield Plan' aimed at reducing illegal immigration, marking his first major policy move after taking office.

Mar 16 โ€ข 21:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Gregory Bovino, who led Minnesota operation, says heโ€™s retiring end of March

Gregory Bovino, a US border patrol official formerly leading immigration operations in Minnesota, has announced his retirement set for the end of March following his demotion amid a controversial crackdown on immigration.

Mar 16 โ€ข 19:59 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Two pastors, one mission: standing with Haitian migrants in Ohio USA

Pastors Reginald Silencieux and Carl Ruby are advocating for Haitian migrants in Springfield, Ohio, amidst fears of deportation due to immigration policy changes under the Trump administration.

Mar 14 โ€ข 17:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

The Unity List wants to combat S-immigration policy but hesitates with mistrust.

The Unity List criticizes the Social Democrats' immigration proposals but is cautious about taking strong action against the government.

Mar 14 โ€ข 14:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Rebellion against ICE in Illinois: a Democratic candidate proposes to 'dismantle' the federal agency

In Illinois, a Democratic candidate has proposed dismantling the ICE agency, highlighting immigration policy as a central issue in the 2026 electoral campaign.

Mar 14 โ€ข 13:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

EKRE COUNCIL โŸฉ The only immigration Estonia needs is the repatriation of Estonians

The EKRE council gathered in Viljandi announced its platform for the upcoming parliamentary elections, focusing on economic growth, national defense, and a radical change in immigration policy.

Mar 14 โ€ข 11:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Green politician wins in the cradle of the German car industry

Cem ร–zdemir, a Green party politician in Germany, has made history with his achievements and roles in German politics, including being the first person of Turkish descent in the Bundestag and serving as a minister under Chancellor Olaf Scholz.

Mar 14 โ€ข 10:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Should the Muslim burqa be banned in Greece?

The Greek Minister of Immigration and Asylum has announced discussions on potentially banning the burqa, a garment worn by Muslim women, citing concerns about religious identity in public spaces.

Mar 14 โ€ข 07:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Business: Immigration Policy Bad for Stockholm

Stockholm's businesses are at risk of losing talent and growth due to the government's immigration policy, according to criticism from the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce and Swedish Enterprise.

Mar 13 โ€ข 18:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

The Game Surrounding Teenage Deportations

Sweden's teenage deportations have sparked significant political debate and criticism, especially due to recent policy changes affecting young immigrants.

Mar 13 โ€ข 07:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Guardian Australia
National & Local

The social responsibility of tech with new shadow minister Aaron Violi - podcast

Aaron Violi, the new shadow minister for the digital economy in Australia, discusses the challenges of AI disruption and the Coalition's policy focus on immigration and living costs in a recent podcast.

Mar 13 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Trump admin's push to end controversial policy extended by Biden sparks backlash ahead of crucial deadline

The Trump administration is facing backlash as it seeks to end Temporary Protected Status for Somali immigrants, with calls from advocacy groups to extend the deadline.

Mar 13 โ€ข 00:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Minister and the Finns Party in a heated dispute - nighttime communication on X

Finnish Minister Sanni Grahn-Laasonen disputes the Finns Party's claims regarding proposed cuts to immigrant pensions, stating that no such proposals were discussed in formal negotiations.

Mar 12 โ€ข 19:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Ulf Kristersson: Will not help the already deported youths

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson stated that the government will not assist those youths who have already been deported despite prior hopes for policy changes.

Mar 12 โ€ข 17:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Guardian Australia
National & Local

What are the changes on temporary visas? Can particular groups be targeted? And why now?

Australia's government has enacted changes to temporary visa regulations, allowing for the suspension of entry from visa holders of certain countries during global conflicts.

Mar 12 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Kast Mimics Trump and Orders Construction of 'Physical Barriers' at the Chilean Border

Chilean President Josรฉ Antonio Kast has ordered the construction of physical barriers at the border with Bolivia to combat irregular immigration shortly after taking office.

Mar 12 โ€ข 13:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor: Donโ€™t Let the Pause on Teenage Deportations Be Empty Words

The sisters Diya and Kani Hassan urge the Swedish government not to ignore the plight of Kurdish youths facing deportation, arguing it contradicts the values of integration and safety.

Mar 12 โ€ข 13:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

After the rapists, judges seek to free everyone in the centers in Albania

The Italian government's immigration policy is facing challenges from politically motivated judges as it attempts to manage uncontrolled immigration and insecurity.

Mar 12 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Altinget
National & Local

Immigration policy is still dynamite, but the frontlines have shifted

A transformation in Denmark's Liberal Alliance immigration policy reflects broader changes within the political right.

Mar 12 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Trump administration puts key Biden-era immigration policy on notice: 'Unsustainable cycle'

The Trump administration requested the Supreme Court to end Temporary Protected Status for 350,000 Haitian migrants, challenging Biden-era immigration policies.

Mar 11 โ€ข 23:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Venezuelans in Chile Do Not Want to Return to Their Country, Making One of Kast's Main Promises Improbable

Venezuelan immigrants in Chile are reluctant to return to their home country, undermining the immigration promises of Chile's newly inaugurated president, Josรฉ Antonio Kast.

Mar 11 โ€ข 21:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Deported Cuban migrants arrive in Chiapas on flights from the United States, activists report

Cuban migrants deported from the United States are now arriving in Chiapas, Mexico, highlighting the ongoing challenges of migration and U.S. policy.

Mar 11 โ€ข 21:06 UTC

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