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Bolsonaro Seeks Asylum in Embassy Amid Coup Arrest Threat

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has sought refuge at the Hungarian Embassy in Brasília, seeking political asylum to evade arrest over allegations of orchestrating a coup. The dramatic move signals escalating tensions in Brazilian politics.

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.

Bolsonaro Seeks Asylum at Hungarian Embassy in Brasília

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro sought refuge in the Hungarian embassy in Brasília, following the confiscation of his passport amid an investigation into an alleged coup plot. The dramatic move has sparked international attention and raised dipl

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.

Mubarak's Son Denied UK Asylum After Fraud Conviction

Alaa Mubarak, son of Egypt's ousted dictator, has been refused asylum in Britain following his conviction for embezzling millions in public funds. Exclusive details on the legal battle and political implications.

UK may suspend visas over failed asylum returns

Exclusive: Immigration Minister Kevin Foster announces hardline strategy to suspend visas for countries that do not cooperate with the removal of unsuccessful asylum seekers, marking a significant shift in UK border policy.

Labour to house asylum seekers on military sites

The Labour government announces a controversial new strategy to temporarily accommodate asylum seekers on disused military sites to tackle the severe housing shortage and clear the backlog of claims.

Father Ted Creator Seeks US Asylum After Heathrow Arrest

Comedy writer Graham Linehan, co-creator of Father Ted, was detained by armed police at Heathrow while attempting to travel to the US to seek political asylum, citing persecution over his gender-critical views.

Labour to Shut Asylum Hotels, Use Military Barracks

Exclusive: The new Labour government unveils a tough new immigration plan to shut down costly asylum seeker hotels, fast-track decisions, and house migrants in repurposed military barracks in a major policy shift.

Back-to-Back Barries: Australia's Divisive Political Debates

An explosive dive into the political turmoil gripping Australia. From the controversial legacy of Dan Andrews to heated debates on public health and leadership, discover the forces dividing the nation. Exclusive insights from Guardian Australia's podcast.

Asylum seeker guilty of sexual assault at Essex hotel

An asylum seeker housed at a controversial Essex hotel has been found guilty of sexually assaulting a female staff member. The case raises serious questions about the Home Office's use of contingency accommodation.

Inside Trump's MAGA Uniform: The Secret Dress Code

An exclusive look inside the unofficial 'MAGA uniform' adopted by Donald Trump's aides and allies, revealing the surprising designer brands and calculated fashion choices that define his political movement's visual identity.

UK to close asylum hotels early, saving £1bn

The Home Office has announced a major acceleration of its plan to end the use of hotels for asylum seekers, with new figures revealing a potential £1 billion saving for taxpayers.

Cooper's Asylum Overhaul: Fast-Track Deportations Plan

Labour's Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper announces a major new asylum plan, introducing fast-track removals for applicants from specific countries and new counter-terror style orders to tackle smuggling gangs.

Cooper's pledge: Scrap asylum hotels and stop small boats

Labour's Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper vows to end the 'wasteful' use of hotels for asylum seekers and tackle the small boats crisis with a new cross-border police unit, as she outlines Labour's immigration strategy.

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