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UN Concerned About US Asylum Curbs 07/16 06:20
GENEVA (AP) -- The U.N. refugee agency says it's "deeply concerned" about
new U.S. restrictions on asylum, saying it will put vulnerable families at risk.
UNHCR comments late Monday came after the Trump administration said it will
end all asylum protections for most migrants who arrive at the U.S.-Mexico
border.
The rule is expected to go into effect Tuesday and would affect many
refugees fleeing violence and poverty in Central America. It is certain to face
legal challenges.
According to the plan, migrants who pass through another country --- in this
case, Mexico --- on their way to the United States will be ineligible for
asylum.
UNHCR says the rule overly restricts the right to apply for asylum, and
threatens the right not to be sent back to countries where people could face
persecution.
(KA)
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