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Refugees in Cyprus face long waiting times and limited support

The search for safety and a better future for refugees in Cyprus is often marked by uncertainty and hardship. Reception centres are overcrowded, waiting
times are endless, and public opinion is increasingly hostile. ...

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The court rules in our favour: our crucial support continues (for now) 

The court has ruled in our favour: Minister Faber’s abrupt decision to slash our budget by more than half has been deemed unreasonable....

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American support ends suddenly: foreign humanitarian organisations in crisis

The Trump administration’s abrupt decision to freeze funding for humanitarian aid is having a massive global impact. Our partner organisations in Türkiye and
Curaçao are severely impacted.   ...

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Landmark ruling: European court condemns Greece for pushbacks 

For the first time, the European Court of Human Rights has ruled that Greece is guilty of systematic pushbacks. One of the plaintiffs, a Turkish refugee, won
her case: she was indeed illegally forced back across the border into Türkiye. This is her story – a case that could (and hopefully will) have significant politica......

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A dire scenario: Refugees soon left alone to navigate the asylum process

Our vital support for refugees during the asylum and family reunification process is under serious threat. Due to an abrupt financial decision by Dutch
Migration Minister Faber, we will soon not be able to continue our work. Here is the grim reality we’re facing – and why we’re taking legal action to fight it. ...

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Six new partner NGOs at the borders of Europe

Six new partner organizations in Romania, Spain, Greece, and Italy are joining the Step-Up Fund, launched by the Dutch Council for Refugees to strengthen
international solidarity. This fund empowers these organisations with capacity-building projects that amplify their impact on refugee support and human rig......

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Column: Same Story… Different Endings

Mohammad himself once fled Syria, and now regularly travels to the edges of Europe for Refugee Council. There he meets people like Omar, a Syrian father
on Lesbos. His story shows the harsh reality of refugees at European borders....

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The new Dutch asylum measures offer no solutions for refugees and society

The government has presented its new asylum plans, announcing even stricter measures that will have a profound impact on both refugees and society.
Here’s why these ‘toughest asylum policies ever’ offer no real solutions for anyone....

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Greece does all it can to deter refugees from entering its territories

Greece uses deterrent practices to discourage people fleeing for their lives from seeking refuge within its territories. These measures include placing
refugees in remote and isolated camps, providing minimal assistance, reducing protection levels, criminalising aid workers and conducting pushbacks. ‘Why......

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Declaring an asylum crisis: unjustified and with major consequences

The new government agreement is here. But we do not agree with their plans at all. Because the government is declaring an asylum crisis. This is unjustified
and has serious consequences. Here's why....

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