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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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Gaza Reels Under Fire as Ceasefire Hopes Flicker in Washington

As diplomatic efforts to end the prolonged conflict in Gaza resumed in Washington, residents of northern Gaza endured one of the most intense nights of bombardment in recent weeks. Israeli airstrikes and tank shelling targeted multiple areas, including the Zeitoun suburb of Gaza City, where at least 10 people were killed. In total, Monday’s strikes claimed the lives of at least 25 Palestinians, according to local health authorities.

The Israeli military issued mass evacuation orders ahead of the strikes, prompting hundreds of families to flee shelters, including several UNRWA schools that were later hit by airstrikes. Residents described the night as relentless, with explosions shaking buildings and leaving widespread destruction.

Meanwhile, Israeli officials arrived in Washington for renewed ceasefire talks, with Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer expected to meet with U.S. officials. President Trump has publicly urged both sides to reach a deal and secure the release of hostages still held in Gaza.

Despite the diplomatic push, there was little sign of de-escalation on the ground. Mediators from Qatar and Egypt have reportedly intensified efforts behind the scenes, though no new round of formal talks has been scheduled.

The contrast between the violence in Gaza and the negotiations in Washington underscores the fragile and complex path toward peace.

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