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Libya · 29 Oct 2025 Red Crescent Confirms Fatalities After Migrant Vessel Capsizes Near Libya At least 18 migrants died when their boat capsized near Tripoli, with over 90 rescued. Comuniq.EU · 14 Oct 2025 European Commission delays decision on migration assistance EU Commission delays migration aid decision, impacting solidarity measures for countries. Libya · 14 Oct 2025 EU-backed Libyan coastguard increasing violent attacks at sea, report finds Brussels’ partnership with Tripoli is in the spotlight ahead of meetings between EU and Libyan officials this week. Vatican · 9 Oct 2025 Pope Leo will ‘stand with’ Catholic leaders in protecting immigrants’ rights, advocates say Pope Leo XIV pledges support for U.S. immigrants and urges Catholic leaders to unite. UK · 8 Oct 2025 Britain not seeking visa deal with India Britain will not pursue a visa deal with India, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said, as he aims to deepen economic ties with… UK · 1 Oct 2025 British PM tells BBC he wants to change how international law used in asylum cases Sir Keir Starmer wants to change how international law is interpreted, to stop unsuccessful asylum seekers blocking their deportation on the grounds… UK · 30 Sep 2025 UK plans tougher residency rules based on English skills, civic conduct Britain aims to tighten migrant settlement rules, requiring proof of societal value and English proficiency. UK · 26 Sep 2025 Starmer says Labour shied away from illegal immigration concerns Sir Keir Starmer addresses immigration issues, acknowledging past mistakes while proposing a digital ID scheme and community funding. Comuniq.EU · 25 Sep 2025 European Commission dismisses NGOs’ call to stop financing of Libyan Coast Guard The European Commission dismissed demands to halt funding Libya's Coast Guard amidst allegations of abuses and violence. Brazil · 4 Sep 2025 Arrests in crackdown on human trafficking network active across continents Europol coordinated actions between Brazilian and Irish police against a human trafficking network exploiting South American victims, resulting in arrests and seizures. USA · 28 Aug 2025 Trump administration moves to tighten duration of visas for students and media The Trump administration proposes stricter visa durations for students, exchange visitors, and journalists. Comuniq.EU · 27 Aug 2025 EU Commission labels alleged Libyan attack on NGO ship ‘worrying development’ The European Commission considers an alleged Libyan coast guard shooting on the NGO boat Ocean Viking, which occurred on Sunday, a “worrying…