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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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Israel’s 12-Day Air Campaign Delivers Major Blow to Iran’s Nuclear Program, Official Claims

In the aftermath of a 12-day military campaign, a senior Israeli official has claimed that Israel’s air force killed over 30 Iranian security chiefs and 11 nuclear scientists, striking more than 900 targets across Iran. The operation, which began on June 13, was described as a strategic effort to cripple Iran’s nuclear capabilities and missile infrastructure.

According to the official, the opening strike severely damaged Iran’s aerial defenses, giving Israel a critical early advantage. The campaign reportedly neutralized Iran’s ability to enrich uranium to weapons-grade levels and disrupted its capacity to produce a nuclear weapon core.

Iran, which denies pursuing nuclear weapons, responded with missile barrages targeting Israeli military sites and cities. While Iranian authorities reported 627 deaths, including top commanders and civilians, Israeli officials stated that 28 people were killed in Israel during the conflict.

The war concluded with a U.S.-brokered ceasefire. In Tehran, massive funeral processions were held for the fallen, including high-ranking Revolutionary Guard leaders and nuclear scientists, underscoring the scale of the losses.

The long-term implications of the strikes remain uncertain, but Israeli defense leaders have signaled intentions to maintain air superiority and prevent Iran from rebuilding its nuclear and missile programs.

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