Author: Hamed Karimi
Hamed Karimi
Hamed Karimi is a Senior Reporter at the European Diversity Newsroom (EDN), focusing on migration, refugee rights, and asylum policies in Europe. An Afghan journalist in exile, he brings a unique perspective to his reporting, highlighting the lived experiences of displaced communities and advocating for inclusivity and human rights. Based in Germany, Hamed specializes in investigative storytelling that bridges policy and personal narratives.
The recent proposal by CDU leader Friedrich Merz to revoke German citizenship for dual nationals who commit crimes has ignited widespread criticism. Advocates for human rights, legal experts, and political opponents argue that this policy risks creating a two-tiered citizenship system and undermining Germany’s democratic values. As the debate intensifies, questions emerge about the broader implications for migration policy and societal cohesion in Germany. Historical Context: Lessons from the Past Germany’s history offers critical lessons on the dangers of revoking citizenship. The denaturalization of Jews and political dissidents during the Nazi era serves as a stark reminder of how such…
As search interest grows around Syrian asylum applications and evolving European immigration policies, this issue is taking center stage in global discussions. The collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria has created ripple effects across Europe, driving key shifts in how countries process asylum claims for Syrians. Nations like Austria, Germany, and Denmark have announced temporary suspensions of asylum application reviews, citing the changing political and security dynamics in Syria. Karl Nehammer, Austria’s Chancellor, stated, “The time has come for Syrians to contribute to rebuilding their country.” His words highlight a growing trend among European leaders to reassess refugee policies…
Statelessness, a condition affecting over half a million people across Europe, has taken center stage in the EU’s migration reform efforts. The recently introduced EU Pact on Migration and Asylum includes groundbreaking provisions to identify and protect stateless individuals. However, a new briefing by the European Network on Statelessness (ENS) warns that these promises face significant implementation hurdles, leaving stateless individuals at risk of falling through the cracks. Key Reforms Under the EU Pact For the first time, EU Member States are legally required to identify and record indications of statelessness during asylum procedures. This provision, included in the Screening…