Changes to Germany's skilled immigration rules take effect
Germany urgently needs skilled workers from abroad. Now the rules for immigrants from non-EU countries are set to gradually change starting November 18, 2023. Here's what's in store.
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Exclusive: 'Syria has become better than Bulgaria' – migrants speak out about conditions in EU refugee camp
Tensions are rising between refugees and staff in Bulgaria's reception facilities due to a lack of resources, long wait times and overcrowding. Syrian residents at the Harmanli center in southern Bulgaria shared some of their experi1
Greece: Victims of torture detained under 'dysfunctional' asylum system, NGOs warn
Vulnerable asylum seekers, including victims of torture and children, are being detained in Greek migrant centers and denied access to basic rights, two NGOs claim. In a report the groups call the reception system in Greece 'dysfunc1
UK court blocks Rwanda plan, government vows to press ahead
The UK’s top court has said a plan to send asylum-seekers to Rwanda is unlawful, but the government wants to press ahead. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said he hopes deportation flights will leave early next year.
Spain: Criticism of age assessment tests for young migrants
Organizations that work with migrants and refugees in Spain have criticized the government’s reliance on biometric tests to determine age, calling them "discriminatory and illegal." But in the absence of tests, many arriving on the1