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“We won’t disarm until independent Palestinian state is established.” – Hamas
Photo credit: Arab News Hamas has said it won’t disarm until an independent Palestinian state is established. SBS News reports that indirect negotiations between Hamas and Israel ended last week in a deadlock. The negotiations were aimed at securing a 60-day ceasefire and a deal for the release of hostages. Qatar and Egypt, who are…
Caribana ’25
The Toronto Caribbean Festival, also known as Caribana, is a popular annual festival celebrating Caribbean culture in Toronto. It has become one of the largest outdoor festivals in North America. The fascinating thing is that it has become an event in which people from far and near participate. The festival features a diverse array of events,…
91 killed seeking aid in Gaza!
Photo credit: ABC News Crowds of hungry people waiting for humanitarian aid at Zikim crossing were shot at by Israeli soldiers on Wednesday night. The Guardian reports that at least 91 people were killed and 600 wounded. Meanwhile, the US envoy, Steve Witkoff, is on a visit to Israel for ceasefire discussions and to inspect food…
Colour is neither a poison nor a crime, Judge says
Photo credit: Reuters A federal judge in California has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from withdrawing deportation protection for thousands of immigrants from Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua. Independent reports that in a 37-page ruling, the court stated that a decision by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to cancel those temporary humanitarian protections appeared partially rooted…
Expulsion of Indian Muslim Citizens and Rohingya Refugees in India!
Photo credit: Al Jazeera Fortify Rights a rights activist team, has alleged that the authorities in India have intensified their “illegal immigrant” verification campaign in recent months, arbitrarily arresting, detaining, torturing, and coercively removing members of its Muslim minorities. Scoop World reports that this includes those with valid documentation or citizenship, as well as Rohingya…
Czechia tired, caring for Ukrainian refugees!
Photo credit: The Guardian Public fatigue with Ukrainian refugees is growing in Czechia. Euractiv reports that 58% of the people are saying their country has taken in too many Ukrainians., according to a survey by the STEM agency. However, support for their continued stay remains unshaken. 52% of the people are in favour of granting Ukrainians asylum…
Nigeria Immigration Service ends paper-based CERPAC applications…
The Nigeria Immigration Service will be ending all applications for the Combined Expatriate Residence Permit and Aliens Card (CERAP). Nairametrics reports that the service announced the card which allows foreigners to live and work in Nigeria will by August 1, be done online. From August 1, all CERPAC applications are requested to be done through cerpac.immigration.gov.ng….