Tag: Migrants
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Migrant boat sinks south of Crete; 3 dead, Greek coastguard says
Tragic sinking off Gavdos prompts renewed warnings about dangerous sea crossings A boat carrying would-be migrants sank in the open waters south of Crete, near the small island of Gavdos, leaving at least three people dead, the Greek coastguard said on Tuesday. The incident occurred amid near-gale winds, complicating rescue efforts and hindering communication with…
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Apple Drops ICE Warning App After Trump Pressure Fallout
Apple Drops ICE Warning App After Trump Pressure Fallout In a move that ties technology to federal policy, Apple has removed the most well-known warning app for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity from its App Store, along with several comparable tools. The decision comes amid sustained pressure from the Trump administration and civil‑rights questions…
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Vatican Jubilee Year 2025: Refugees and Migrants Celebration
Overview: The Vatican’s Jubilee Year 2025 for Refugees and Migrants The Holy See is preparing a distinctive Jubilee Year in 2025 that centers on refugees and migrants. Held at the heart of Rome, the observance brings together bishops, clergy, and laypeople to emphasize hospitality, dignity, and solidarity with those who have been displaced. The schedule…
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Refugees and Migrants: An International Conference in Rome
Conference Overview From October 1 to 3, Rome will host an international conference titled “Our Refugees and Migrants in Our Common Home.” Organized by the Augustinians and the Patristic Institute, the three-day gathering brings together scholars, religious leaders, policymakers, and practitioners to address migration in a global context. The event aims to translate the urgency…
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Operation Midway Blitz: ICE’s Raids in Chicago
Overview of Operation Midway Blitz The recent launch of Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago has been a significant move by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) targeting undocumented migrants. Commencing earlier this week, this operation is part of a broader strategy by the Trump administration to crack down on immigration policies in cities known…