Amnesty International has urged the Indian government to halt what it describes as unlawful deportations of Rohingya refugees. The call from the rights organization came in response to reports accusing India of forcibly deporting Rohingyas across the border into Bangladesh. Amnesty International’s appeal has further spotlighted the ongoing plight of Rohingya asylum seekers in India….
The Office of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has recently reported significant challenges arising from a funding shortfall amidst a backdrop of surging global forced displacement. With global displacement figures doubling over the past decade, UNHCR is under increasing pressure to provide support to those affected. The gaps in funding are critical, highlighting…
Libya’s justice sector is facing criticism over its approach to fundamental freedoms, according to a recent report released by Human Rights Watch (HRW). The organization’s findings, unveiled in the report titled “Injustice By Design: Need for Comprehensive Justice Reform in Libya,” reveal systemic issues within Libya’s justice system, characterized by serious due process violations at…
The Berlin administrative court recently delivered an urgent ruling declaring the German government’s new policy of rejecting asylum seekers at the border to be in violation of European Union law. This decision arose following the case of three Somalian asylum seekers, two men and one woman, who were forcibly returned to Poland. The court cited…
Brown Rudnick has announced the addition of Sarah Gogan to its global litigation and brand and reputation management team in London. As a new partner, Gogan brings a wealth of expertise, particularly in representing high-profile individuals involved in complex legal scenarios such as political persecution, international criminal proceedings, extradition cases, INTERPOL Red Notices, and asset…
In a recent decision, a federal judge has put a halt to the Trump administration’s efforts to revoke temporary protected status (TPS) for 5,000 Venezuelans, effectively halting the invalidation of work permits and other related residency documentation. San Francisco U.S. District Judge Edward Chen recognized that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem potentially exceeded her legal…
A recent admonishment from a Maryland federal judge has highlighted the difficulties faced by asylum-seekers under current U.S. policies. The judge criticized the Trump administration for its apparent lack of effort in facilitating the return of a 20-year-old Venezuelan asylum-seeker, who had been sent to a Salvadoran prison. The administration was also reprimanded for failing…
Concerns are mounting as rights advocates voice apprehension over the treatment of migrants in Bosnia and Herzegovina, following a proposal by the UK government to designate Bosnia as a return hub. A return hub serves as a location where asylum seekers whose claims have been rejected in other countries are returned while awaiting repatriation to…
In a recent judicial decision, U.S. District Judge Brian E. Murphy ordered the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to bring back O.C.G., a Guatemalan asylum seeker, after he was unlawfully deported to Mexico. This action occurred despite a legal protection order preventing his removal to Guatemala, where he faced threats due to his sexual orientation….
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has called for the United States to review the asylum claims of around 200 individuals expelled to Costa Rica in February. The expelled migrants include children, and HRW alleges that their transfer occurred without proper legal procedures. These individuals hail from various Latin American countries, such as Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru,…
In a significant legal move, Lithuania has brought a case against Belarus before the International Court of Justice (ICJ), seeking damages over allegations of Belarus orchestrating large-scale smuggling of migrants into Lithuania. The filing, which took place on Monday, centers on claims that Belarus has violated the UN Protocol against the Smuggling of Migrants by…
Recent shifts in U.S. policy have posed significant challenges to the protection of migrants and refugees in Costa Rica, as outlined in a joint report released by Refugees International and the Women’s Refugee Commission. The report emphasizes the detrimental effects of these changes, including the elimination of crucial protection routes and the overburdening of Costa…
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has called upon the recently re-elected Australian Labor government to harness its foreign policy strategies to advance international human rights. This request was detailed in a letter addressed to Foreign Minister Penny Wong. The organization delineates specific measures for Australia to undertake within four principal foreign policy domains. The HRW outlines…
The UK government has unveiled a series of reform policies aimed at tightening immigration rules as part of a broader strategy to address rising migration levels and prevent system abuse. The reforms, articulated in a White Paper titled “Restoring Control over the Immigration System”, were presented to parliament recently. These measures emphasize significant changes in…
Amnesty International has raised strong objections to recent Polish legislation that suspends the processing of asylum claims for migrants crossing into Poland from Belarus. This law, according to the organization, may lead to the forced return of asylum seekers, contravening international law. Amnesty contends that the legislation enables border guards to dismiss asylum applications without…
The Office of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has raised the alarm over severe funding shortfalls, which significantly impact the safety and protection of the world’s most vulnerable refugees. These budget constraints have already led to the dismantling of essential protection programs, increasing the risks of abuse and poverty, and exacerbating the dangers…
A coalition of lawyers has initiated legal proceedings against the Costa Rican government, filing a complaint with the United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child. The action is spurred by the alleged prolonged detention of minors deported from the United States back to Costa Rica. This suit, brought by lawyers from organizations such…
In a significant development for Peruvian politics, a court in Lima has sentenced former President Ollanta Humala and his wife, Nadine Heredia, to 15 years in prison. They were found guilty of engaging in aggravated money laundering by accepting illicit financial contributions to fund Humala’s presidential campaigns in 2006 and 2011. These contributions were allegedly…
In an ongoing development within the European Union’s border policy landscape, the EU border protection agency, Frontex, has initiated investigations into potential human rights violations by Greece concerning undocumented migrants. This move follows substantial international pressure and scrutiny regarding Greece’s handling of immigration and asylum procedures. Frontex, responsible for coordinating border control efforts among EU…
In a recent development that has raised eyebrows across the legal community, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, a prominent law firm, has committed $100 million in pro bono work to causes aligned with the interests of former U.S. President Donald Trump. This decision, reportedly made to avoid a punitive executive order, has sparked…
The UK Home Office is currently under scrutiny following revelations about dangerous conditions at the Manston holding center for asylum seekers. The inquiry stems from reports of overcrowding and serious health issues at the facility in 2022. An internal document released during a legal hearing has brought to light several allegations, including breaches of human…
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has taken disciplinary action against attorney Erez Reuveni, placing him on administrative leave for his admission in court regarding a wrongful deportation. Reuveni acknowledged an administrative error by the DOJ that led to the removal of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran national fleeing gang violence, from the United…
UN human rights experts have issued a firm appeal to Pakistan, urging the nation to halt its initiatives aimed at displacing Afghan refugees. As voiced by the experts on Friday, the emphasis was on cessation of actions that lead to the internal relocation or deportation of Afghans settled in prominent Pakistani cities such as Islamabad…
In a recent address to Parliament’s Joint Committee on Human Rights, UK Attorney General Richard Hermer conveyed deep concerns regarding the escalating personal attacks on judges. Hermer emphasized that such actions jeopardize the fundamental pillars of the rule of law and judicial independence. The backdrop to his remarks is the ongoing tension with the Home…
The legal battle over President Donald Trump’s executive order attempting to abolish birthright citizenship has intensified as challengers have implored the Supreme Court to maintain existing judicial blocks on the order. Birthright citizenship guarantees citizenship to nearly all individuals born on U.S. soil, a right enshrined in the 14th Amendment since 1868. The executive order,…