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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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Trump Blocks Israeli Assassination Plan Amid Rising Tensions

In a dramatic turn of events, former U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly vetoed an Israeli plan to assassinate Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. According to U.S. officials, Israel had presented a credible opportunity to eliminate Khamenei, but Trump intervened, citing concerns about escalating the conflict further.

The decision comes amid heightened tensions between Israel and Iran, with both nations engaging in military strikes. Trump, who has maintained close communication with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has been advocating for diplomatic solutions rather than direct military action. His administration has been working to prevent the conflict from spiraling into a broader regional war.

Israeli officials have neither confirmed nor denied the reports, with Netanyahu dismissing many claims as false. Meanwhile, Trump has expressed optimism about a potential peace deal between Israel and Iran, stating that negotiations are ongoing.

The revelation underscores the delicate balance of power in the Middle East and the challenges of navigating international diplomacy amid ongoing hostilities.

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