Angela Merkel announces temporary halt on Afghan deportations after Kabul bombing: A deadly blast in Kabul this week reignited the debate on deporting refugees from Germany to war-torn Afghanistan. The chancellor has now temporarily halted expulsions for all except criminals and security threats. Click here to read more.

Nuremberg court frees young Afghan arrested ahead of deportation: A Nuremberg court has freed a 20-year-old Afghan being held in custody while awaiting deportation. His arrest was resisted by 300 fellow students, but it remains unclear whether he will be allowed to stay in Germany. Click here to read more.

Donald Trump turns to the Supreme Court to enforce travel ban: The Trump administration has asked the US' highest court to reinstate his ban on travelers from six Muslim-majority countries. The bill has been repeatedly blocked in the lower courts. Click here to read more.

WorldLink: Syrian wrestling champion inspires young wrestlers in Canada: Mohammad Al Krad, a 12 time national wrestling champion, was a hero back home in his native Syria. But when the Civil War erupted, he joined the ranks of the nearly 5 million Syrians who fled their country. Click here to watch the video.

Dozens of migrants die in Niger desert after breakdown: Forty-four migrants from Ghana and Nigeria have died of thirst in Niger after their truck broke down en route to Libya. The Red Cross says three children and three babies were among the victims. Click here  to read more