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Kabila accused of secret Rwandan citizenship

A bombshell Democratic Republic of Congo Senate investigation alleges ex-President Joseph Kabila holds Rwandan citizenship, potentially explaining his controversial relationship with Kigali during his 18-year rule.

Starmer axes Rwanda deportation scheme on first day as PM

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has officially terminated the UK's controversial Rwanda asylum scheme, branding it an 'expensive gimmick' that failed to deter Channel crossings. The move signals a major shift in Britain's immigration policy.

Poll: Public Rejects Starmer's Migrant Return Scheme

A damning new poll for the Daily Mail exposes a dramatic collapse in public confidence for Sir Keir Starmer's flagship plan to return migrants to their home countries, with a majority branding it an inevitable failure.

Red Cross Warns of Catastrophic Crisis in Eastern Congo

The International Red Cross sounds the alarm on a severe humanitarian emergency in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with a surge in fighting displacing tens of thousands and overwhelming aid efforts near Goma.

Second migrant deported to France under UK deal

An Eritrean national becomes the second person removed to France under the UK's new returns agreement, amid mounting legal challenges and political debate over the policy's efficacy and humanity.

Starmer Scraps Rwanda Deportation Scheme

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has officially terminated the controversial Rwanda deportation plan, labelling it a costly failure. A new security pact with France aims to address the small boats crisis with a 'pragmatic' approach.

First migrant deported to Rwanda from UK

A failed asylum seeker has been forcibly removed to Rwanda, becoming the first person sent under the UK's new flagship immigration policy. The landmark flight departed from a secret location amid fierce legal and political debate.

High Court rejects UK's Rwanda removal scheme bid

The UK Government's High Court bid to continue its Rwanda asylum seeker removal scheme has been rejected, dealing a significant blow to its immigration strategy. The ruling challenges the legality of the policy amidst ongoing legal battles.

High Court Halts Rwanda Deportation Flight

The High Court has issued a last-minute injunction, grounding a flight set to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda. The ruling marks a major setback for the government's controversial immigration policy.

First UK-Rwanda Deportation Flight Takes Off

The UK government has launched its controversial Rwanda deportation scheme, with the first flight carrying asylum seekers departing from a Ministry of Defence airfield. The move, a cornerstone of PM Boris Johnson's immigration policy, faces fierce legal c

UK Court Blocks French Minister's Rwanda Visit

The UK High Court has intervened to prevent France's Interior Minister from visiting Rwanda, branding the UK's own asylum policy as unlawful in a major diplomatic and legal rebuke.

Court Blocks Rwanda Flight, Crippling Labour's Immigration Plan

A landmark High Court ruling has halted a deportation flight to Rwanda, creating a significant legal and political obstacle for the government's flagship immigration policy. The decision throws Labour's 'one in, one out' asylum plan into turmoil and sets

Torture survivor's plea: Stop Rwanda asylum plan

Kolbassia Haoussou, a survivor of torture, delivers a powerful warning to the UK government that its Rwanda asylum plan risks re-traumatising vulnerable refugees and breaching international law.

Court Rules Rwanda Flights Can Proceed Before Election

In a dramatic legal ruling, the Court of Appeal has rejected an attempt to block Rwanda deportation flights, delivering a significant pre-election victory for Rishi Sunak and a setback for Keir Starmer's Labour Party.

UK's First 'One In, One Out' Deportation Flight Empty

Exclusive: The inaugural flight under the UK's new 'one in, one out' immigration policy departs without a single migrant on board, raising serious questions about the scheme's viability and implementation.

UK's First 'One In, One Out' Asylum Flight to Rwanda

The UK government has launched its first flight under a new scheme to send asylum seekers to Rwanda, coinciding with the arrival of a separate group of migrants. Critics decry the policy as a costly and inhumane 'political gimmick'.

UK's Radical 'One In, One Out' Asylum Plan Revealed

Exclusive: The UK government is considering a hardline 'quota' system for asylum seekers, potentially turning away new arrivals unless others are removed. Critics warn of legal and ethical nightmares.

French Lawyers Block UK's Rwanda Migrant Flight Deal

A crucial migrant flight from the UK to Rwanda has been halted after French lawyers successfully blocked the deal. The legal challenge raises major questions about the future of the government's flagship asylum policy and its agreement with France.

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