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Why immigration is back on the European Union’s agenda

The new mood to tighten laws is driven in large part by the success of far-right parties, in power in seven countries

The Guardian - UK

First wave of asylum-seekers from Italy arrive in Albania under 2023 migrant deal

A naval ship carrying migrants intercepted in Italian waters has docked in Albania, nearly a year after Rome and Tirana reached a controversial deal to process asylum-seekers.

Radio France Internationale

Italy sends first asylum seekers to Albania under controversial deal

Rome boasts of deal processing asylum seekers outside EU. Critics complain of ‘cruel experiment’ that undermines rights.

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Italian Navy Ship Brings Migrants To Albanian Processing Centers

Italy and Albania collaborate on migrant processing centers in Albania, with asylum applications in Italy. Decrease in migrant arrivals via central Mediter...

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2025 Giro d'Italia and Giro d'Italia Women routes to be revealed on November 12

Men's race expected to start in Albania and end in Rome

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First Migrants Arrive In Albania Under Contested Italy Deal

A ship carrying migrants intercepted in Italian waters docked Wednesday in Albania, nearly a year after Rome and Tirana reached a controversial deal to process asylum seekers trying to reach Europe.

International Business Times

First Italian ship with 16 intercepted migrants docks at Albanian port to process asylum request

An Italian navy ship docked at the Albanian port of Shengjin to bring the first group of 16 migrants intercepted in international waters

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Von der Leyen to ask EU leaders to explore using ‘return hubs’ for migrants

European Commission president cites Italy-Albania deal as possible model for reducing irregular arrivals to Europe

The Guardian - UK

Italian PM Hails 'Courageous' Albania Migrant Deal

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Tuesday brushed aside criticism of a controversial deal to send migrants for processing in Albania, a European first which other European leaders are watching closely.

International Business Times

Albania says only Italy is allowed to operate migrant asylum centers in the country

Albania’s prime minister says his government turned down many requests from other European Union countries to take in thousands of asylum-seekers but made an exception for Italy

The Independent UK

A festival took me to the ‘Maldives of Europe’ – and I found out why it’s the next tourist favourite

More than a decade after her first visit, Maya Oppenheim returns to Albania as the country is on the rise as a travel spot – discovering raw beauty, rich culture and off-the-beaten-path allure that’s hard to resist

The Independent UK

Italy Transfers First Group Of Migrants To Albania

Italy transfers first group of migrants to Albania for offshore asylum processing, facing mixed reactions. UNHCR oversees the process. Italy to incur 670 m...

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Italy sends the first ship with migrants to Albania as rights groups warn of a dangerous precedent

Italy is transferring the first group of migrants to Albania as part of a contentious plan to process thousands of asylum-seekers outside its borders

The Independent UK

Italy Begins Landmark Migrant Transfers To Albania

Italy on Monday began transferring migrants intercepted in the Mediterranean to centres in Albania in a European first that has sparked criticism from human rights groups.

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The Guardian - UK

Italy sends first asylum seekers to Albania under controversial pact

Men from countries deemed safe are transferred to Albania to have asylum claims processed

The Guardian - UK

Italian migration centres open in Albania under controversial deal

Fears agreement will set dangerous EU precedent with up to 3,000 men a month held during asylum processing

Radio France Internationale

EU weighs creating migrant 'return hubs' to speed up deportations

EU ministers met this week to discuss "innovative" ways to deport more undocumented migrants and rejected asylum seekers, including controversial plans to set up dedicated return centres outside the bloc.

International Business Times

Erdogan Says Gaza 'Shame Of Humanity', Calls For Permanent Ceasfire

Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan renewed his attacks on Israel as he arrived in Tirana Thursday, the first stop of a Balkans tour that will also take him to Serbia.

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The Independent UK

These are the holiday destinations that have seen the biggest drop in flight price this year

The costs of tickets have fallen when flying from the UK to destinations as far away as Japan

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Italy To Open Migrant Processing Centers In Albania In October

Italy and Albania to open migrant processing centers in October to combat human trafficking and streamline asylum applications.

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Albanian Opposition Demands Technocratic Cabinet Ahead Of Elections

Albanian opposition protests demand new government, sparking political tensions and calls for dialogue to avoid violence.

The Independent UK

6 of the best destinations for an affordable October half term holiday

Here’s where to go to keep the kids occupied without going over budget

The Independent UK

Albania's opposition violently interrupt parliament session after lawmaker is sentenced to prison

Albanian opposition lawmakers have violently disrupted a Parliament session to protest the imprisonment of a fellow legislator for alleged slander

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North Macedonia's EU Accession Bid Faces New Hurdle

Learn about North Macedonia's EU accession process setback due to a disagreement with Bulgaria and potential separate paths with Albania.

The Independent UK

Serbia-Albania joint bid with political history set to win hosting of soccer's Under-21 Euros

Serbia and Albania are set to co-host the men’s Under-21 European Championship in 2027 in a soccer project that aims to overcome political tensions

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