Asylum
U.S. asylum news covering asylum applications, policy changes, immigration court proceedings, credible fear interviews, and refugee protection updates.
Ukrainians, Iraqis Flee to Armenia as Top Asylum Seekers Amid Surges
Armenia has seen a rise in asylum seekers, with Ukrainians fleeing war and Iraqis escaping long-term instability as top groups. Hosting over 150,000 displaced persons, Armenia faces challenges in capacity,…
UK Sees Drop in Work Visa Grants as Asylum Claims Reach New High
In 2024, UK work visa grants fell 33%, driven by cuts to health and student dependent visas, while…
Knesset Committee Backs Bill to Expel Asylum Seekers Supporting Regimes
Israel’s Knesset approved a proposed law allowing asylum seeker expulsion for regime support in their home country. Aimed…
NYC Mayor to Close Roosevelt Hotel Center for Asylum Seekers
NYC Mayor announced the closure of the Roosevelt Hotel Asylum Seeker Arrival Center, which had been accommodating migrants.…
UK Tightens Citizenship Rules for Illegal Immigrants and Asylum Seekers
The UK will tighten citizenship rules for illegal immigrants and asylum seekers from February 2025, barring those entering…
Attacks by Asylum Seekers Fuel Far-Right Surge in German Politics
Recent attacks by asylum seekers in Germany have fueled support for far-right parties and stricter immigration policies. A…
Asylum Seeker Numbers Drop Sharply Amid New U.S. Border Policies
Asylum seeker numbers at the U.S. southern border have drastically dropped due to strict Trump administration policies, including…
Sudanese Asylum Seeker Ruled a Child, Sparking Debate on Age Disputes
A Sudanese asylum seeker deemed a child despite a "receding hairline" has sparked debate over UK's age assessments.…
Understanding the U.S. Asylum Process Amid Evolving Policies
The U.S. asylum process protects individuals fleeing persecution, with three pathways: affirmative, defensive, and credible fear-based interviews. Applicants…
Immigration and Refugee Board Sets Higher Bar for Asylum Claims in Canada
Canada's new asylum policy, effective 2025, requires asylum seekers to provide robust evidence of danger to avoid deportation,…