Libya releases 5 Iraqis detained for illegal migration

The Iraqi embassy in Libya said that dozens detained on similar charges have been released since 2024

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Kurdish migrant killed, 24 others detained in Russia after deportations from Latvia, Belarus

Shortly after they arrived in Moscow, the 25 migrants left the country and travelled to Belarus, and from there, they attempted to cross to Latvia.

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UK sees higher number of migrants in 2024 despite crackdowns on Channel arrivals

The number of irregular migrant arrivals was 25 percent higher than the previous year

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Greece pushes back 65 Kurdish migrants in Aegean sea into Turkish waters: activist

Of the 65 migrants pushed back by Greek coastguards, 25 of them were minors. Pushing back migrants who enter the European Union territorial waters is illegal, according to the bloc's regulations and international laws.

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UK, Iraq, Kurdistan Region sign landmark border security pact

The agreement "sets out the commitments of both countries to work more closely in tackling people smuggling and bolster border security"

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PM Barzani discusses combating illegal migration with UK home secretary

Barzani expressed his gratitude for the UK’s support for the Kurdistan Region, and expressed hopes to strengthen bilateral ties in all sectors.

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British PM vows to accost ‘vile’ human traffickers, urges int’l support to stop illegal migration through Channel

Starmer noted that stopping human trafficking and illegal migration needs a "global response" on a scale "far beyond where we are now”.

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Iraq leads on migration reform

Iraq is actively addressing migration challenges through initiatives focusing on root causes, return facilitation and international cooperation.

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Why Iraqi Arabs flock to Kurdistan: Security, freedom, and services

The influx of Arabs to the Kurdistan Region reflects a broader trend of seeking security, public services, and economic opportunities.

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