US Immigration Detention Hits Record High
ICE holds over 68,400 people, a new record, as Trump's mass deportation operation continues. Plus, Trump on Epstein files and global tensions over Venezuela.
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US Drops Deportation Plan for Xinjiang Camps Documentarian
US authorities halt deportation of Guan Heng, who exposed alleged Uyghur detention facilities in China. Activists welcome the decision, citing fears of persecution.
US Immigration Detention Reaches Record High
US immigration detention numbers hit an unprecedented high of over 68,400 in December 2025, as ICE enforcement intensifies. Read the full analysis of the latest data.
Expert Tips for Difficult Immigration Conversations at Christmas
Facing tough immigration chats over Christmas dinner? A charity with 15 years' experience reveals why empathy works better than facts. Learn their techniques and support the Guardian's 2025 appeal.
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US Dual Citizenship Rules Under Scrutiny in Trump Era
American families with dual citizenship face new legal challenges under Trump's proposed policies. Learn about the potential impacts and what it means for US-UK ties.
Asylum Seekers to Move into East Sussex Barracks
The Home Office confirms the first asylum seekers will be housed at Crowborough's former military barracks in early 2025, sparking local debate. Read the full details on the controversial accommodation plan.
Nursing graduate detained 6 months by ICE in Louisiana
Vilma Palacios, a 22-year-old LSU nursing graduate, has been held for six months in an ICE facility. She faces deportation to Honduras despite no criminal record. Read her story.
Record December Channel crossings hit 800+
More than 800 people crossed the English Channel in small boats on Saturday, setting a new record for December. The annual total now stands at 41,455. Read the latest on the UK's migration crisis.
Modern Slavery System Not Widely Abused by Asylum Seekers
A new report finds limited evidence of asylum seekers abusing modern slavery rules, challenging claims by home secretaries. Read the exclusive findings and analysis.
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French police tear gas Channel crossing attempt near Dunkirk
French police fired tear gas at a group attempting to cross the English Channel overnight. The incident comes as over 40,000 people have made the journey in 2025. Read the latest on the migration crisis.
New German law aims to stop migrant small boat crossings
The UK government believes a new German law criminalising migrant smuggling facilitation will disrupt gangs storing boats in Germany. Read how this cross-border cooperation aims to secure UK borders.
Emergency visa extension for foreign prison staff
Hundreds of foreign prison officers have been granted a 12-month visa extension to prevent a staffing crisis. The move follows intense lobbying to avert system collapse.
Trump Suspends US Green Card Lottery Visa Programme
President Trump suspends the US Green Card Lottery, ending the DV-1 visa programme for 2025. Explore the immediate impact and global reaction to this major immigration policy shift.
Trump Administration Announces Major Immigration and Trade Moves
The Trump administration has detailed a series of new executive actions on immigration and trade, sparking immediate debate. Explore the key policy changes and their potential impact.
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Home Depot deploys noise machines against LA day labourers
Advocates demand removal of high-pitch sound devices at a Los Angeles Home Depot, alleging they cause illness and are used to intimidate immigrant workers waiting for jobs.
Snowball protests against ICE raids in US
Videos show residents in Minneapolis and Illinois throwing snowballs at ICE agents during immigration arrests. The confrontations have sparked legal action and debate over federal tactics.
ICE Agents Dragged Woman as Bystanders Threw Snowballs
US immigration agents were filmed pinning a woman down in Minneapolis snow. Bystanders pleaded and threw snowballs. Police chief criticised the tactics. Read the full report.
Napier Barracks for asylum seekers closes after six years
The controversial Napier barracks in Folkestone, the UK's first military site used to house asylum seekers, has closed. Read about its troubled history and what comes next.
Migrants Duped by US 'Project Homecoming' Cash Promises
Migrants who agreed to leave the US under 'Project Homecoming' say they never received the promised $1,000. An investigation reveals systemic failures and broken promises.
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EU Court: Denmark's 'Ghetto Law' May Be Unlawful
The European Court of Justice has ruled Denmark's controversial 'parallel societies' legislation may constitute racial discrimination, offering hope to residents in targeted Copenhagen neighbourhoods.
Badenoch: Cultures that disrespect women must leave UK
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch says people from cultures that do not respect women should be deported. Read her full reaction to the government's violence strategy.
Pope's US visit: Archbishop urges Trump on immigration
During the Pope's New York visit, Archbishop Timothy Dolan made a direct appeal to President Trump on immigration policy. Discover the details and potential impact.
Court halts refugee evictions, extends move-on period
A High Court order forces the Home Office to delay evictions for newly recognised refugees at risk of homelessness, extending the move-on period to 56 days. Over 3,000 people are set to benefit this winter.
Canada's population falls sharply as immigration policy shifts
Canada records its largest quarterly population drop in over five decades, a direct result of new caps on international students and non-permanent residents. Explore the data and the political divide driving this historic reversal.
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10 Years of Fortress Europe: Far-Right Gains Ground
A decade after the 2015 refugee crisis, Europe's hardened borders fuel a political economy of fear, enriching security firms and empowering the far-right. The future is in our hands.
Labour MPs warn BNO visa holders could lose settled status
Dozens of Labour MPs demand the government ensures new immigration rules do not block 200,000 Hong Kongers from permanent residency, honouring the UK's historic duty.
Judge blocks Trump's ban on surprise ICE visits
A federal judge rules that Trump administration policies restricting congressional oversight of ICE detention facilities violate US law. Read the full legal analysis.
Canada's population falls amid student visa crackdown
Canada's population fell by 0.2% in Q3 2025, a rare decline driven by a government crackdown on international student numbers. Explore the data and economic impacts.
Durham community mobilises against ICE raids at schools
In Durham, North Carolina, a grassroots network of parents and teachers is organising carpools, school patrols and food deliveries to shield immigrant families from federal immigration enforcement. Discover how the community is fighting back.
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US Congresswoman charged after ICE detention centre protest
New Jersey Democratic Representative LaMonica McIver faces federal charges after a visit to an ICE facility where Newark's mayor was arrested. She calls it political retribution.
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