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High Court Rules Home Office Asylum Evictions Unlawful

The High Court has delivered a scathing verdict against the Home Office, ruling its policy of evicting asylum seekers from hotels without adequate notice as unlawful. The judgment, a major victory for refugee charities, exposes a 'serious failing' in the

High Court Rules Asylum Hotels Unlawful

A landmark High Court ruling has declared the Home Office's use of hotels for asylum seekers unlawful, throwing Home Secretary Yvette Cooper's strategy into chaos and triggering a frantic search for alternatives.

Glasgow's £110m refugee policy crisis

Glasgow City Council faces a staggering £110 million budget shortfall as its generous refugee support policy backfires, leaving taxpayers to foot the bill.

Bollywood's 'Christmas Carol' Sparks Refugee Row

A new Bollywood adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic 'A Christmas Carol' has ignited fury for its alleged anti-refugee narrative. Critics slam the film for its divisive portrayal of migrants, while supporters defend it as a reflection of societal concer

UK refugee detention risks harming torture survivors

A leading human rights organisation warns that the UK government's plans for large-scale refugee detention could severely harm survivors of torture, exacerbating their trauma and violating international protections.

7-year sentence for child rapist sparks outrage

An Iranian man convicted of raping a 13-year-old girl in an alleyway has been sentenced to just seven years in prison, sparking outrage as the judge ruled he 'did not pose a danger to the public.'

Napier Barracks continues housing asylum seekers

The UK government confirms Napier Barracks will remain operational for asylum seekers following a recent increase in small boat arrivals. Critics raise concerns over conditions.

Iran's Last Shah: How He Sealed His Fate

Scott Anderson's 'King of Kings' offers a riveting account of the rise and fall of Iran's last Shah, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. Discover how his reign crumbled amid revolution and geopolitical turmoil.

Thai evacuees escape Cambodian border clashes

Hundreds of Thai civilians flee violent border clashes between Cambodia and rebel forces, seeking refuge in makeshift shelters. Witnesses describe harrowing escapes as explosions echo nearby.

UK may force homeowners to house asylum seekers

Ministers are reportedly exploring controversial plans to compel British households to accommodate asylum seekers, mirroring policies in France. Critics warn of legal and logistical hurdles.

Asylum seeker wins appeal after nationality switch

An asylum seeker successfully overturned a deportation order after switching his claimed nationality from Iranian to Afghan halfway through his case, sparking debate over immigration appeals.

Judge halts Trump-era ban on Iranian immigrants

A federal judge in Oregon has halted a controversial Trump-era policy that barred Iranian nationals from adjusting their immigration status in the US. The ruling marks a significant victory for immigrant rights advocates.

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