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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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Bomb Threats Disrupt Air Travel Across Canada, Prompting Evacuations and Delays


A wave of bomb threats targeting air traffic control facilities across Canada caused major disruptions to air travel on Thursday morning. According to NAV Canada, multiple control towers—including those in Montreal, Ottawa, Calgary, Vancouver, Edmonton, and Winnipeg—were evacuated as a precautionary measure.

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed that ground stops were implemented at Montreal and Ottawa international airports, temporarily halting all departing flights. Although the ground stops have since been lifted, travelers are still facing delays as operations gradually resume.

NAV Canada stated that all affected employees were safely evacuated and that authorities are actively investigating the threats. The Ottawa Police Service also confirmed a security incident at the Ottawa airport, urging passengers to check their flight status before heading to the airport.

The full scope of the disruption remains unclear, but officials are working to restore normal operations while ensuring public safety.

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