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Greece’s Asylum Freeze Sparks Global Outcry Amid Crete Migrant Surge

In a move that has ignited fierce backlash from human rights organizations and the United Nations, Greece has passed legislation temporarily halting asylum applications from migrants arriving by sea from North Africa. The three-month suspension, approved by parliament with 177 votes in favor and 74 against, allows for expedited repatriation without prior identification. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis defended the measure as a “difficult but necessary decision” in response to a sharp rise in irregular arrivals, particularly from Libya to the island of Crete. Over 7,000 migrants have reached Crete and nearby Gavdos this year, straining local resources and prompting concerns from the tourism industry. Rights groups, including the International Rescue Committee, have condemned the ban as illegal and inhumane, warning it violates international and European law. The UNHCR echoed these concerns, emphasizing that the right to seek asylum is a fundamental human right regardless of how or wh...
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Canada's Premiers and Trudeau Discuss Bailout Plan in Response to Trump Tariffs

 


In a high-stakes meeting in Ottawa, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Canada's premiers gathered to address the looming threat of tariffs promised by U.S. president-elect Donald Trump. The tariffs, set to be implemented shortly after Trump takes office for his second non-consecutive term, could impose a sweeping 25 percent levy on all Canadian goods entering the United States.

The meeting, requested by the premiers, aimed to develop a cohesive national response to the potential economic fallout. Ontario Premier Doug Ford, who has been vocal about the severe impact these tariffs could have, estimated that up to 500,000 jobs in Ontario alone could be at risk. Ford emphasized the need for "tough retaliatory tariffs" to defend Canadian interests.

Trudeau assured the premiers that the federal government is prepared with a "strong, national response" and highlighted the importance of maintaining a successful partnership with the United States. The discussions also focused on opportunities for increased and deepened partnership with the U.S., despite the tariff threat.

Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc, who has been leading Canada-U.S. matters, presented parts of a border security plan designed to appease Trump's concerns about drugs and migrants. This plan, which includes increased surveillance and resources for the RCMP, aims to mitigate the impact of the tariffs while addressing U.S. demands.

As the premiers and Trudeau continue to navigate this complex issue, the outcome of their discussions will be crucial in shaping Canada's economic future and its relationship with the United States.


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