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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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Your daily horoscope: July 5, 2025

 

IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY

Don’t be too secretive, or too open, about your plans over the next 12 months. Give friends and loved ones enough information to know what you are up to but not so much that your actions become predictable. Always keep them wanting more.

Aries (March 21 - April 20):

They say the more things change the more they stay the same and the planets indicate you may be stuck with a less than enjoyable situation a little while longer. When the time arrives when you can at last move on, move fast and move far.

Taurus (April 21 - May 21):

As your ruling planet Venus is now moving through the money area of your chart your financial worries should begin to recede. That does not, however, mean you can afford to be reckless. Don’t borrow money this weekend and don’t lend it either.

Gemini (May 22 - June 21):

You will come to the conclusion this weekend that no matter how attached you may be to certain methods and routines the old way of doing things must give way to new ideas and new technologies. Don’t be afraid to move with the times.

Cancer (June 22 - July 23):

Put your mind to something worthy of your talents over the next 48 hours. With both the sun and Jupiter moving through your sign your options may be limitless but don’t try to do everything. Focus on one really big and potentially profitable project.

Leo (July 24 - Aug. 23):

Do what you can to assist a friend who has got themselves in a spot of bother but don’t do every little thing. If they are happy for you to make an effort for them they should be happy to match it with some effort of their own.

Virgo (Aug. 24 - Sept. 23):

Employers and senior colleagues value your judgment and are eager to hear what you have to say about the current situation on the work front. Try not to be too critical or brutal in your assessment but don’t hold back either – sometimes the truth hurts.

Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23):

Travel and social activities are under excellent stars now and the more you are on the move the more you will attract some very interesting people into your orbit. Some of them may seem strange at first but they will also be a lot of fun.

Scorpio (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22):

What starts out as a bit of friendly rivalry could quickly degenerate into a real-life confrontation, so try to keep your competitive nature in check over the next 48 hours. You don’t have to win at everything Scorpio, just most things.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23 - Dec. 21):

Relationships are under brilliant stars at the moment, so get dressed up and treat the object of your affection to a night, and maybe the whole weekend, on the town. Not that you ever need much of an excuse to go out and enjoy yourself!

Capricorn (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20):

Take life as it comes this weekend and make a point of overlooking certain people’s less than perfect behaviour. Most likely they are not being unpleasant for the fun of it – they just happen to be in good but rather loud high spirits.

Aquarius (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19):

Because you are by nature an honest person you tend not to hold back when asked to give your opinion. However, the planets warn you may want to keep some of your more biting remarks to yourself this weekend. Why spoil the mood?

Pisces (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20):

Family and financial matters should be going well for you now and if you can find ways to mix the two then you and your loved ones will have a lot of fun. Just remember that the best experiences in life don’t have to be the most costly.

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