Tag: Refugees
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Demand for EU directive for refugees: 15 German organisations criticise persecution as “smugglers”
Human rights organisations are calling on the German government to take a stand against the criminalisation of refugees and solidarity in Europe. They are also calling for safe and legal escape routes. 15 human rights organisations based in Germany, including…
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One third of all asylum applications in Germany rejected in 2023
An asylum decision takes an average of seven months, and it takes a further 18 months to appeal. Lost cases cost the federal government €17.8 million last year. Two thirds of all asylum applications examined by the German Federal Office…
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UNHCR calls for rescuing the victims of the externalisation of EU borders in the Sahara
Despite the legalisation of refugee aid in Niger, many refugees are dying in the Sahara. Responsible is Brussels, which supports neighboring governments in migration defence agreements. The European Union’s migration policy includes the gradual extension of its border management into…
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Frontex Director calls for “gender-sensitive borders” and now explains the concept
Hans Leijtens wants more female employees in EU border troops and “women-sensitive” camps at the external borders. The concept is also being criticised. “At Frontex, we are committed to promoting gender-balanced and gender-sensitive borders”, explained Hans Leijtens, the new director…
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Refugee helpers in danger: The EU wants to pass new laws against „migrant smuggling“
Europe’s rigid migration policy is creating an increasing demand for a business of refugee aid. Europol and the EU member states are now tasked with curbing this industry. In December, the EU member states and Parliament adopted the “Asylum and…
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Survivor of Ceuta massacre calls on UN committee: Deaths, injuries, pushbacks unpunished in Spain
Officers of the Spanish border police are still not prosecuted for their fatal operation in Ceuta. On the 10th anniversary of the incident, the UN Anti-Torture Committee must now look into the matter. At least 15 dead, many injured and…