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🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Debate on Firewall: Weber does not yield to Merz

The German political scene sees a divide over the European People's Party's alignment with right-wing parties, highlighted by Friedrich Merz's distancing from Manfred Weber during a recent celebration.

Mar 19 • 00:58 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

Australia, only two of the Iranian football players seeking asylum remain. The others returned home

Only two out of seven Iranian female footballers who sought asylum in Australia have remained, as the team's captain opted to go back home after facing pressure and threats from the Iranian regime.

Mar 18 • 13:10 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

Five of the seven Iranian soccer players who had sought asylum in Australia after the Asian Cup return to their country

Five Iranian female soccer players who sought asylum in Australia following the Asian Cup are returning to Iran amidst reports of political pressure.

Mar 17 • 15:49 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

The Iranian female footballers who rejected exile begin their return to the country, but it is unknown how they will enter.

The Iranian women's national football team is returning to their country after controversial events during the Asian Cup and requests for asylum from some team members.

Mar 16 • 12:42 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Asylum journey of Iran's footballers reflects larger refugee crisis

The article discusses Australia's refugee policy in relation to the growing humanitarian crisis in Iran, examining past interventions and the changing political landscape surrounding migration.

Mar 15 • 18:56 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Belarusian opposition representative M. Kalesnikava withdraws the Charlemagne Prize awarded to her in 2022

M. Kalesnikava, a leader in the Belarusian protests against President Lukashenko, has withdrawn from the Charlemagne Prize that she received in 2022, expressing gratitude for Germany's support after gaining political asylum there.

Mar 15 • 09:34 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
World

Iranian women's team highlights complex history of athletes seeking asylum abroad

The Iranian women's soccer team's asylum-seeking in Australia underscores a longstanding pattern of athletes seeking refuge while overseas due to political and social pressures at home.

Mar 12 • 18:47 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

Father and daughter affected by anti-war drawing arrive in France

Alexey Moskalev and his daughter Maria, who faced legal repercussions in Russia for an anti-war drawing, have safely arrived in Paris after seeking international protection.

Mar 12 • 17:55 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
World

Father and daughter fled Russia after drawing against the war

A Russian father and his 16-year-old daughter have fled to France after facing persecution for a drawing opposing the war in Ukraine.

Mar 12 • 16:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Truck driver and resident of Tubarão (SC): Who is the convicted man from January 8 seeking refuge in Argentina

Joel Borges Corrêa, a Brazilian truck driver from Tubarão, SC, has been granted political asylum in Argentina after being convicted for his involvement in the January 8, 2023, riots in Brasília.

Mar 11 • 18:05 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

This is how much Ziobro will earn per month. A decision has been made regarding his parliamentary salary

The Polish Parliament has decided to revoke the parliamentary salary of former Justice Minister Zbigniew Ziobro due to his absence from the country and inability to fulfill his duties.

Mar 11 • 06:03 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Government granted refugee status to a Bolsonaro supporter sentenced to 13 years in Brazil for attempting a coup

The Argentine government has granted refugee status to Joel Borges Correa, a supporter of former President Bolsonaro, who was sentenced in Brazil for attempting a coup.

Mar 10 • 22:29 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Argentina recognizes for the first time as a political refugee a bolsonarista convicted of coup plotting

Argentina has granted political refugee status to Joel Borges Correa, a supporter of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, who was sentenced to over 13 years in prison for participating in a coup attempt.

Mar 10 • 22:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Milei government grants political asylum for the first time to a convict from January 8 who fled to Argentina

The Argentine government has granted political refuge to Joel Borges Corrêa, a Brazilian convicted for participating in anti-democratic acts in Brazil.

Mar 10 • 21:36 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Morning Mail: Two more Iranians reportedly seek asylum, Labor alarm at PM’s war stance, mastering ‘green confetti’

Two more members of the Iranian women's football team have sought asylum in Australia after competing in a tournament, amidst political concerns regarding the Prime Minister's stance on international conflict and discussions around environmental policies.

Mar 10 • 20:03 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

Israel commends 'courage' of Iranian women's soccer team as five players granted asylum in Australia

Israel's Foreign Ministry praised the Iranian women's national soccer team for their courage in remaining silent during the national anthem at the Women's Asian Cup, while five players were granted asylum in Australia.

Mar 10 • 18:55 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Player Crisis: Iranian Official Criticizes 'Misleading' Campaigns as Australia Offers Refuge

An Iranian official has urged female athletes to return home after their participation in the Women's Asian Cup, while criticizing alleged misleading campaigns orchestrated by the U.S. and Australia.

Mar 10 • 12:26 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

War in Iran: Asylum instead of Prison for Iran's Female Footballers

Five Iranian female footballers are granted asylum in Australia to escape the threat of imprisonment in their home country.

Mar 10 • 10:35 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A harsh tightening coming for asylum seekers – A fiery dispute erupted immediately

The European Parliament's Justice and Home Affairs Committee advanced the establishment of return centers for asylum seekers outside the EU, sparking immediate disputes among political factions.

Mar 10 • 10:12 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Five Iranian football players granted political asylum in Australia

Australia has granted political asylum to five players of the Iranian women's football team, who faced the threat of persecution upon returning to their homeland.

Mar 10 • 09:26 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Football: Australia grants asylum to five Iranian female footballers

Australia has granted asylum to five female Iranian footballers who were labeled as 'traitors' for their vocal and political stance during a national anthem song.

Mar 10 • 08:42 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Champions, captains and icons: The Iranian players granted asylum

Five Iranian players from the Women's Asian Cup team have been granted asylum in Australia to escape the current political turmoil in Iran.

Mar 10 • 02:46 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

5 Iranian women's soccer players receive asylum in Australia after Trump pressure

Five members of the Iranian women's soccer team have been granted asylum in Australia following pressure from President Donald Trump and their political stance during the Women’s Asian Cup.

Mar 9 • 23:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Shabana Mahmood shows she's up for a scrap as she walks toxic tightrope on migration

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood defended her controversial migration policies amid pressure from various political factions, including a warning regarding Nigel Farage's potential rise.

Mar 5 • 15:23 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

ICJ sets date for new arguments between Ecuador and Mexico over filed claims

The International Court of Justice has extended a deadline for Ecuador and Mexico to submit new pleadings regarding Ecuador's claim against Mexico for granting illegal political asylum to former vice president Jorge Glas.

Mar 4 • 19:28 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Among them Cameroon: Britain halts student visa grants for 4 nationalities

The UK government has suspended student visas for citizens of four countries, including Cameroon, amid rising political and public pressure regarding immigration.

Mar 4 • 08:55 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

The EU Agency for Asylum Warns of the Risk of a 'Flow of Refugees' from Iran

The EU agency for asylum has raised concerns about a potential influx of refugees from Iran, despite currently low asylum requests from Iranians in the EU.

Mar 3 • 09:11 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Marcin Romanowski Received Money for His Parliamentary Office. 'Manipulation of Despicable Transfers'

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.

Feb 27 • 19:13 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Greek Asylum System: Independent but Often Targeted by Political Controversy

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

Feb 26 • 06:59 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

HS: Turtiaiset have vanished to Russia – the housing company threatens to seize the apartment

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.

Feb 25 • 11:52 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Amy Hamm: Poilievre’s immigration plan a political winner

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

Feb 25 • 11:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

HS: Ano Turtiainen risks losing his apartment in Mikkeli – Here's how much he owes

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

Feb 25 • 08:38 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

Marcin Romanowski in response to the ENA wants to notify the prosecutor's office

Marcin Romanowski, a member of the ruling Law and Justice party, faces an European Arrest Warrant regarding charges related to the Justice Fund and has sought political asylum in Hungary.

Feb 18 • 17:57 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Marcin Romanowski will indeed be prosecuted ENA. There is a court decision

A Warsaw court has ruled that Marcin Romanowski, a member of the PiS party and former Deputy Minister of Justice, will face prosecution related to alleged misconduct involving the Justice Fund.

Feb 18 • 13:10 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Sheinbaum 'claims' the UK for granting asylum to Karime Macías: 'She's accused of corruption'

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum criticized the UK for granting political asylum to Karime Macías, citing allegations of corruption against her.

Feb 17 • 17:03 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Harvard students earn course credit helping asylum seekers as critics call school 'bastion of woke activism'

Harvard University is offering a course where students can earn credit for assisting asylum seekers, which has sparked criticism regarding the school's perceived political stance.

Feb 17 • 16:55 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Venstre wants to cut development aid to countries that refuse to take back their own citizens

The Danish political party Venstre announced plans to reduce development aid from 0.7% to 0.5% of gross national income, targeting countries that do not accept their rejected asylum seekers.

Feb 17 • 13:58 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Venstre wants to cut aid to countries that reject their own citizens

The Danish political party Venstre has proposed to reduce development aid for countries that refuse to accept their rejected asylum seekers.

Feb 17 • 13:28 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Will Karol Nawrocki Pardon Zbigniew Ziobro? New Facts

Zbigniew Ziobro, currently in Hungary seeking political asylum, may face multiple criminal charges in Poland, with President Karol Nawrocki indicating uncertainty about any potential pardon.

Feb 15 • 13:52 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Poland Wants to Sue Hungary Over Asylum for Accused Former Minister

The Polish Ministry of Justice is preparing a potential complaint to the EU Court regarding Hungary granting political asylum to former Polish Justice Minister Zbigniew Ziobro, who faces corruption charges in Poland.

Feb 14 • 06:44 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Baby to be deported to Iran – Johan Forssell (M): 'Unreasonable'

A baby born in Sweden faces deportation to Iran due to his parents' asylum application and subsequent work permit status, prompting criticism from political leaders.

Feb 13 • 13:22 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Political turning point in the EU's approach to migration. Human rights organizations criticize the new regulation

The European Union is set to implement new regulations to expedite asylum proceedings and facilitate the transfer of migrants to other countries, prompting criticism from human rights organizations.

Feb 12 • 16:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Diego Rosales, Salvadoran Journalist Detained in Seville: 'Bukele has condemned me before a judge'

Diego Rosales, a Salvadoran journalist, was detained in Seville while seeking asylum, citing political persecution from the Bukele administration in El Salvador.

Feb 11 • 00:46 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Voluntary Participation in Integration Courses: Criticism of Dobrindt's Cuts

The planned end of funding for voluntary participation in integration courses has drawn criticism from various political factions in Germany.

Feb 10 • 14:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

UK expands Hong Kong visa scheme in wake of Jimmy Lai’s prison sentence

The UK has expanded its visa scheme for Hong Kong residents following the lengthy prison sentence of pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai, allowing thousands more to relocate independently to the UK.

Feb 9 • 08:04 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Britain.. The immigration issue turns into a political tool months before the elections

As British elections approach, immigration has become a major political tool for various parties, amid tightened asylum and immigration laws.

Feb 7 • 10:26 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Poland: Arrest warrant issued against former justice minister who received asylum in Hungary

Poland's prosecutor's office has issued an arrest warrant for former Justice Minister Zbigniew Ziobro, who is facing charges of abuse and has sought political asylum in Hungary under Viktor Orbán, after a Warsaw court ordered his detention.

Feb 6 • 17:42 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
Crime & Justice

Spanish Man Wanted for Cyberterrorism Says He Was Granted Asylum in Russia

Enrique Arias Gil, a former Spanish professor accused of cyberterrorism, claims to have been granted political asylum in Russia after being placed on Europol's most wanted list.

Feb 6 • 15:35 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Sanctuary for Migrants: Where the Police Do Not Collaborate with ICE

The article discusses the concept of sanctuary cities in the U.S., which resist collaboration with ICE, particularly highlighting their historical emergence and their current political implications amidst opposition from figures like Donald Trump.

Feb 6 • 07:21 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

The Ziobro marriage now lives separately? "I live and work in Brussels"

Former Justice Minister Zbigniew Ziobro announced in January that he has been granted asylum by the Hungarian government, stating his commitment to fighting political banditry and supporting the principles he has always stood for, which he claims have made him a target for revenge from Donald Tusk.

Feb 5 • 13:58 UTC

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