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Mar
06
Immigration / Law / Policy

Armenia–Russia relations Armenia formally requests that Russia withdraws its troops from Zvartnots International Airport near Yerevan, saying that the airport m

Armenia–Russia relations Armenia formally requests that Russia withdraws its troops from Zvartnots International Airport near Yerevan, saying that the airport must be served solely by the Armenian Border Guard. The airport has hosted a Russian military presence since 1992. (RFE/RL)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 6, 2024
Mar
18
Immigration / Law / Policy

Afghanistan claims five women and three children are killed in two Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan, following accusations that attacks in Pakistan were mast

Afghanistan claims five women and three children are killed in two Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan, following accusations that attacks in Pakistan were masterminded in Afghanistan, which the Taliban authorities deny. In response, Taliban forces open mortar fire on Pakistani troops at the border. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 18, 2024
Mar
18
Immigration / Law / Policy

Afghanistan–Pakistan border skirmishes Afghanistan claims five women and three children are killed in two Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan, following accusat

Afghanistan–Pakistan border skirmishes Afghanistan claims five women and three children are killed in two Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan, following accusations that attacks in Pakistan were masterminded in Afghanistan, which the Taliban authorities deny. In response, Taliban forces open mortar fire on Pakistani troops at the border. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 18, 2024
Mar
19
Immigration / Law / Policy

Armenia begins a process of border demarcation with Azerbaijan in the Tavush Province, amid Azerbaijiani demands that Armenia withdraw its forces from the dispu

Armenia begins a process of border demarcation with Azerbaijan in the Tavush Province, amid Azerbaijiani demands that Armenia withdraw its forces from the disputed villages of Bağanis Ayrum, Aşağı Əskipara, Xeyrimli, and Qızılhacılı. Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan says that failure to compromise could result in war "by the end of the week". (Reuters) (RFE/RL)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 19, 2024
Mar
19
Immigration / Law / Policy

Armenia–Azerbaijan border crisis Armenia begins a process of border demarcation with Azerbaijan in the Tavush Province, amid Azerbaijiani demands that Armenia w

Armenia–Azerbaijan border crisis Armenia begins a process of border demarcation with Azerbaijan in the Tavush Province, amid Azerbaijiani demands that Armenia withdraw its forces from the disputed villages of Bağanis Ayrum, Aşağı Əskipara, Xeyrimli, and Qızılhacılı. Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan says that failure to compromise could result in war "by the end of the week". (Reuters) (RFE/RL)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 19, 2024
Mar
31
Immigration / Law / Policy

Visa policy of the Schengen Area Bulgaria and Romania partially join the Schengen Area, allowing travel by air and sea without border checks, Austria vetoed tra

Visa policy of the Schengen Area Bulgaria and Romania partially join the Schengen Area, allowing travel by air and sea without border checks, Austria vetoed travel by land without border checks over fears that non-EU citizens could get easier access to the European Union. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 31, 2024
Apr
15
Immigration / Law / Policy

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A federal court in the U.S. state of Virginia hears the first claims by survivors of the Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq. Three detainees accuse the CACI for their role in the torture at the prison. (Military Times) (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 15, 2024
Apr
25
Immigration / Law / Policy

Harvey Weinstein sexual abuse cases The New York Court of Appeals overturns former American film producer Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction in the state for ra

Harvey Weinstein sexual abuse cases The New York Court of Appeals overturns former American film producer Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction in the state for rape by a vote of 4–3, and orders a new trial. However, Weinstein will still remain in prison on a 2022 conviction in California for rape. (AP) (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 25, 2024
Apr
25
Immigration / Law / Policy

The New York Court of Appeals overturns former American film producer Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction in the state for rape by a vote of 4–3, and orders a ne

The New York Court of Appeals overturns former American film producer Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction in the state for rape by a vote of 4–3, and orders a new trial. However, Weinstein will still remain in prison on a 2022 conviction in California for rape. (AP) (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 25, 2024
May
01
Immigration / Law / Policy

Irish Taoiseach Simon Harris announces the deployment of 100 police officers to the border with Northern Ireland amid fears that thousands of migrants might fle

Irish Taoiseach Simon Harris announces the deployment of 100 police officers to the border with Northern Ireland amid fears that thousands of migrants might flee the UK in order to avoid deportation to Rwanda. Ireland also declares the United Kingdom a "safe country" so that asylum seekers can be deported back to the UK. (The Telegraph) (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 1, 2024
May
01
Immigration / Law / Policy

Rwanda asylum plan British authorities begin detaining migrants ahead of deportation flights to Rwanda.

Rwanda asylum plan British authorities begin detaining migrants ahead of deportation flights to Rwanda. (Reuters) Irish Taoiseach Simon Harris announces the deployment of 100 police officers to the border with Northern Ireland amid fears that thousands of migrants might flee the UK in order to avoid deportation to Rwanda. Ireland also declares the United Kingdom a "safe country" so that asylum seekers can be deported back to the UK. (The Telegraph) (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 1, 2024
May
07
Immigration / Law / Policy

Israel–Hamas war Rafah offensive Israeli forces enter Rafah in a "limited" operation, taking control of the Rafah Border Crossing on the Egypt–Gaza border.

Israel–Hamas war Rafah offensive Israeli forces enter Rafah in a "limited" operation, taking control of the Rafah Border Crossing on the Egypt–Gaza border. (Haaretz) (AP) (Reuters) At least 27 people are killed by Israeli airstrikes in Rafah. (Al Jazeera) (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 7, 2024
May
07
Immigration / Law / Policy

Russian undesirable organizations law Russia declares American nonprofit organization Freedom House an "undesirable organization", effectively outlawing the gro

Russian undesirable organizations law Russia declares American nonprofit organization Freedom House an "undesirable organization", effectively outlawing the group, after accusing the group of "discrediting the Russian Army" and advocating sanctions against Russia. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 7, 2024
May
08
Immigration / Law / Policy

Israel–Hamas war Al-Shifa Hospital siege A third mass grave holding at least 49 bodies is discovered in Gaza City's al-Shifa Hospital.

Israel–Hamas war Al-Shifa Hospital siege A third mass grave holding at least 49 bodies is discovered in Gaza City's al-Shifa Hospital. (Al Jazeera) (The Hill) Humanitarian aid during the Israel–Hamas war Israel reopens the Kerem Shalom border crossing, allowing humanitarian aid into Gaza. However, the UN states that no aid has entered. (AP) Rafah offensive Israeli troops reach the outskirts of Rafah with Hamas saying that heavy fighting is underway. The Israeli military says that it has "uncovered terrorist infrastructure" and killed a number of Hamas militants as it advances. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 8, 2024
May
10
Immigration / Law / Policy

Arrest of Arvind Kejriwal, 2024 Indian general election The Supreme Court of India grants Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal interim bail for 21 days in conne

Arrest of Arvind Kejriwal, 2024 Indian general election The Supreme Court of India grants Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal interim bail for 21 days in connection with the Delhi liquor policy money laundering case, thereby permitting Kejriwal to campaign in the ongoing general election. (The Hindustan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 10, 2024
May
10
Immigration / Law / Policy

The Supreme Court of India grants Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal interim bail for 21 days in connection with the Delhi liquor policy money laundering case

The Supreme Court of India grants Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal interim bail for 21 days in connection with the Delhi liquor policy money laundering case, thereby permitting Kejriwal to campaign in the ongoing general election. (The Hindustan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 10, 2024
May
14
Immigration / Law / Policy

2023–2024 Georgian protests Riot police clash with protesters on the streets of Tbilisi, Georgia, after the parliament approves a controversial "foreign agent"

2023–2024 Georgian protests Riot police clash with protesters on the streets of Tbilisi, Georgia, after the parliament approves a controversial "foreign agent" law that requires media organizations to declare foreign funding. (BBC News) The United States warns Georgia that $390 million in planned economic support will be "under review" if the Georgian government considers the U.S. as an "adversary", and not as a strategic partner. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 14, 2024
May
15
Immigration / Law / Policy

Nicaragua–United States relations The United States impose visa restrictions on more than 250 members of the Nicaraguan government and also sanction three Nicar

Nicaragua–United States relations The United States impose visa restrictions on more than 250 members of the Nicaraguan government and also sanction three Nicaraguan entities for "repressive action" and a failure to control migrant smuggling through Nicaragua. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 15, 2024
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