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Rohingya Refugees Flee To Bangladesh Amid Escalating Violence In Myanmar
Escalating violence in Myanmar's western Rakhine state in recent months may have spurred some Rohingya Muslims to cross into Bangladesh, a key refugee official said, although Dhaka insists it cannot accept more refugees from its war-torn neighbour.
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Explained: The Rohingya Crisis And India's Stance On Those Seeking Asylum
The Rohingya crisis is a humanitarian catastrophe that has drawn international attention due to its magnitude and complexity. Originating from Myanmar, the Rohingya people have faced decades of persecution and violence, leading to a mass exodus.
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If Elected, Will Bar Gaza Refugees, Expand Muslim Travel Ban In US: Trump
Donald Trump promised on Monday that if elected president again he will bar immigrants who support Hamas from entering the US and send officers to pro-Hamas protests to arrest and deport immigrants who publicly support the Palestinian militant group.
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US Announces $26 Million In New Aid For Rohingya Refugees
The United States announced on Tuesday $26 million in new humanitarian aid for Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh and elsewhere in that region of Asia.
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Canada Moves To Take In 10,000 Uyghur Refugees
Canada's parliament on Wednesday unanimously passed a motion to take in 10,000 Uyghur refugees who fled China but are now facing pressure to return.
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With 180 Presumed Drowned, 2022 Deadliest Year For Rohingya In Years
The possible sinking of a boat with 180 Rohingya Muslims on board will make 2022 one of the worst years for the community as refugees try to flee desperate conditions in camps in Bangladesh, the UN refugee agency told Reuters on Monday.
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Myanmar Junta Jails Japanese Filmmaker For 10 Years For Fueling Dissent
Japanese filmmaker Toru Kubota has previously made documentaries on Myanmar's Muslim Rohingya minority and "refugees and ethnic issues in Myanmar".
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After Minister's Tweet, Centre Says No Flats For Rohingya In Delhi
The settlement of Rohingya Muslims has been a polarising subject in India, where politicians have targeted them frequently to shore up votes from the Hindu majority.
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Meta Sued for $150 Billion by Rohingya Refugees Over Myanmar Violence
Rohingya refugees from Myanmar are suing Meta, formerly known as Facebook, for $150 billion (roughly Rs. 11,31,300 crore) over allegations that the social media company did not take action against anti-Rohingya hate speech that contributed to violence.
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Bangladesh Starts COVID-19 Vaccine Drive For Rohingya Refugees
Bangladesh began vaccinating thousands of Rohingya Muslims on Tuesday in the world's largest refugee settlement amid a surge in COVID-19 infections in the country, officials said.
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"Nightmare": Thousands Displaced As Floods Hit Bangladesh Rohingya Camps
Heavy monsoon rains triggered landslides and flash floods in refugees camps displacing thousands of Rohingya Muslims in southeastern Bangladesh this week, U.N. and other officials said on Friday.
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Six Dead in Landslide, Flooding At Rohingya Camps In Bangladesh
At least six Rohingya Muslims, including children, were killed and several injured on Tuesday after heavy monsoon rains triggered a landslide in refugee camps in southern Bangladesh, officials said.
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Non-Muslim Refugees In 13 Districts Can Now Apply For Indian Citizenship
The Centre on Friday invited non-Muslims like Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists belonging to Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Pakistan and residing in 13 districts of Gujarat, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Haryana and Punjab to apply for Indian citizenship.
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Under No Obligation To Accept Stranded Rohingya Refugees: Bangladesh
Bangladesh is under "no obligation" to shelter 81 Rohingya Muslim refugees adrift for almost two weeks on the Andaman Sea and being assisted by India, said Bangladesh foreign minister AK Abdul Momen.
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India, Bangladesh Border Security Forces To Check Rohingya Infiltration
In a significant development, chiefs of India and Bangladesh border guarding forces have decided to make illegal cross infiltration of Rohingya refugees through the international land route in the northeast a key, common focus area. The two armed forces will work together to prevent the Rohingya people - a section of persecuted Muslims from Myanmar...
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Rohingya Refugees Flee To Bangladesh Amid Escalating Violence In Myanmar
Escalating violence in Myanmar's western Rakhine state in recent months may have spurred some Rohingya Muslims to cross into Bangladesh, a key refugee official said, although Dhaka insists it cannot accept more refugees from its war-torn neighbour.
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Explained: The Rohingya Crisis And India's Stance On Those Seeking Asylum
The Rohingya crisis is a humanitarian catastrophe that has drawn international attention due to its magnitude and complexity. Originating from Myanmar, the Rohingya people have faced decades of persecution and violence, leading to a mass exodus.
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If Elected, Will Bar Gaza Refugees, Expand Muslim Travel Ban In US: Trump
Donald Trump promised on Monday that if elected president again he will bar immigrants who support Hamas from entering the US and send officers to pro-Hamas protests to arrest and deport immigrants who publicly support the Palestinian militant group.
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US Announces $26 Million In New Aid For Rohingya Refugees
The United States announced on Tuesday $26 million in new humanitarian aid for Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh and elsewhere in that region of Asia.
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Canada Moves To Take In 10,000 Uyghur Refugees
Canada's parliament on Wednesday unanimously passed a motion to take in 10,000 Uyghur refugees who fled China but are now facing pressure to return.
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With 180 Presumed Drowned, 2022 Deadliest Year For Rohingya In Years
The possible sinking of a boat with 180 Rohingya Muslims on board will make 2022 one of the worst years for the community as refugees try to flee desperate conditions in camps in Bangladesh, the UN refugee agency told Reuters on Monday.
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Myanmar Junta Jails Japanese Filmmaker For 10 Years For Fueling Dissent
Japanese filmmaker Toru Kubota has previously made documentaries on Myanmar's Muslim Rohingya minority and "refugees and ethnic issues in Myanmar".
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After Minister's Tweet, Centre Says No Flats For Rohingya In Delhi
The settlement of Rohingya Muslims has been a polarising subject in India, where politicians have targeted them frequently to shore up votes from the Hindu majority.
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Meta Sued for $150 Billion by Rohingya Refugees Over Myanmar Violence
Rohingya refugees from Myanmar are suing Meta, formerly known as Facebook, for $150 billion (roughly Rs. 11,31,300 crore) over allegations that the social media company did not take action against anti-Rohingya hate speech that contributed to violence.
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Bangladesh Starts COVID-19 Vaccine Drive For Rohingya Refugees
Bangladesh began vaccinating thousands of Rohingya Muslims on Tuesday in the world's largest refugee settlement amid a surge in COVID-19 infections in the country, officials said.
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"Nightmare": Thousands Displaced As Floods Hit Bangladesh Rohingya Camps
Heavy monsoon rains triggered landslides and flash floods in refugees camps displacing thousands of Rohingya Muslims in southeastern Bangladesh this week, U.N. and other officials said on Friday.
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Six Dead in Landslide, Flooding At Rohingya Camps In Bangladesh
At least six Rohingya Muslims, including children, were killed and several injured on Tuesday after heavy monsoon rains triggered a landslide in refugee camps in southern Bangladesh, officials said.
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Non-Muslim Refugees In 13 Districts Can Now Apply For Indian Citizenship
The Centre on Friday invited non-Muslims like Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists belonging to Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Pakistan and residing in 13 districts of Gujarat, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Haryana and Punjab to apply for Indian citizenship.
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Under No Obligation To Accept Stranded Rohingya Refugees: Bangladesh
Bangladesh is under "no obligation" to shelter 81 Rohingya Muslim refugees adrift for almost two weeks on the Andaman Sea and being assisted by India, said Bangladesh foreign minister AK Abdul Momen.
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India, Bangladesh Border Security Forces To Check Rohingya Infiltration
In a significant development, chiefs of India and Bangladesh border guarding forces have decided to make illegal cross infiltration of Rohingya refugees through the international land route in the northeast a key, common focus area. The two armed forces will work together to prevent the Rohingya people - a section of persecuted Muslims from Myanmar...
