Afghanistan, Sept. 2 -- UK Home Secretary Yvette Cooper suspended the refugee family reunion scheme, citing human trafficking risks, while critics warn it endangers children, women, and pushes asylum seekers toward smugglers.
UK Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has announced the suspension of the refugee family reunion scheme, drawing significant criticism from humanitarian organizations and political opponents. Cooper stated that the current system, designed years ago to help families separated by war, is now being exploited by criminal gangs to promote dangerous Channel crossings. She emphasized that the suspension is necessary to address immediate pressures on local authorities and reduce the risks associated with human trafficking .
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