Happy Friday! From addressing the Syrian migration crisis to enhancing support for DACA recipients, here are the top stories impacting the well-being of immigrants this week. – Mia Portillo
TOP STORY OF THE WEEK
Following Syria’s authoritarian leader Bashar Assad’s fall, Austria has announced their plans to deport Syrian migrants. Other European nations are following suit.
Austria Prepares to Deport Syrian Migrants after Assad Regime Falls
NATIONAL STORIES OF THE WEEK
Senate Democrats Press Biden to Strengthen Immigration Protections Before Trump Takes Office
As President-Elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, there is pressure from the left on President Obama to prioritize immigration policies before the January inauguration.
Homan tells Democrats to ‘get the hell out of the way’ on immigration
New border czar Tom Homan has pushed back against Democratic leaders. He insists that sanctuary cities work with immigration enforcement authorities.
INTERNATIONAL STORIES OF THE WEEK
UN COP16 Summit Tackles Forced Migration and Insecurity
United Nations’ summit calls for global action. Climate disasters have been linked to forced migration around the world.
Albania-Italy: Migration Deals Risk Becoming a Requirement for EU Membership
European Union continues to debate on ways to handle migration and asylum. Italy and Albania make EU reconsider requirements for membership
Poland extends buffer zone on border with Belarus amid continued migration pressure
Poland has announced a 90-day extension of the buffer zone along its border with Belarus. Effective 10th of December, this follows the 2021 migration crisis.
HEART-WARMERS OF THE WEEK
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Mia Portillo serves as the Communications Intern at the Im/migrant Well-Being Scholar Collaborative. She assists in creating public-facing communications and content.