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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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King Charles to Host President Trump in Unprecedented Second State Visit

In a historic diplomatic gesture, King Charles has extended a formal invitation to U.S. President Donald Trump for a state visit to the United Kingdom later this year. Buckingham Palace confirmed that the visit is scheduled for September, marking the first time a British monarch has hosted an elected U.S. president for two state visits.

The invitation, known as the Manu Regia, was hand-delivered to the White House by British officials, signaling the start of formal planning for the high-profile event. The visit is expected to include all the traditional ceremonial elements—such as a carriage procession and a state banquet—this time hosted at Windsor Castle.

While the Palace had initially hoped for a more gradual approach, including a private meeting in Scotland, scheduling conflicts reportedly made that impossible. Despite earlier concerns over political optics and past tensions—including Trump’s controversial remarks about Canada—both parties appear committed to strengthening transatlantic ties.

A Palace aide noted, “His Majesty has known President Trump for many years and looks forward to hosting him and the First Lady later this year”.

This visit underscores the enduring relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States, even as it breaks with royal precedent.

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