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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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TSX Slips Amid Geopolitical Jitters Over U.S. Role in Middle East Tensions

Canada’s main stock index edged lower Thursday as investors grew increasingly uneasy over the potential for U.S. military involvement in the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. The S&P/TSX Composite Index dipped modestly, reflecting broader market caution as global tensions rattled investor confidence.

While energy stocks showed some resilience—buoyed by rising oil prices due to fears of supply disruptions in the Middle East—other sectors struggled to maintain momentum. The uncertainty surrounding U.S. foreign policy, particularly President Trump’s ambiguous stance on joining Israel’s military campaign, has added a layer of volatility to already fragile markets.

Trading volumes remained light, with U.S. markets closed for the Juneteenth holiday. Investors are also bracing for upcoming Canadian retail sales data, which could offer further insight into domestic economic resilience amid global instability.


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