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USA: Former Afghan #interpreter Naser released after 3+ months in federal custody! In a prescient move, the Court also prohibited the gov’t from re-detaining him during his asylum proceedings without its prior approval. #ProtectLinguists fox5sandiego.com/news/local-n...

Dialogue, dignity, and the humanitarian contribution to peace Ariana Lopes Morey and Avigail Shai discuss three primary areas of the ICRC’s humanitarian action which can strengthen prospects for peace.

🕊 Conflicts are rarely resolved, leaving civilians to bear the cost. While humanitarian action can’t replace political will, it can help create conditions for peace.

📖 Read more: bit.ly/42Wf1ZZ

#IHL #HumanitarianAction #Peace #Advocacy @icrc.org

San Diego judge rules that feds denied Afghan interpreter's rights, orders his release Sayed Naser Noori was arrested by immigration authorities in June while appearing at his first asylum hearing since entering the U.S.

USA: Welcome news! A federal court ordered the release of former Afghan #interpreter Sayed Naser Noori from ICE detention finding that the government had violated his due process rights. #ProtectLinguists timesofsandiego.com/crime/2025/0...

Afghans' personal data leaked 49 times in four years by MoD 'shambles' Afghans who risked their lives for Britain reacted with fury and disbelief today after learning their personal data may have been compromised nearly 50 times in just four years.

UK: A veritable sieve. #ProtectLinguists www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article...

IHL & Peace This Review issue examines the intricate relationship between IHL and peace. The diverse contributions featured reveal that this relationship is far more nuanced and multi-dimensional than it might in...

🕊️ On the International Day of #Peace, we reflect on how International Humanitarian Law (#IHL) connects to peace.

A far more nuanced and multi-dimensional relationship than it might initially appear.

📚 Read here: bit.ly/44cUyBw
#ICRC #IRRC

A Navy SEAL’s Afghan interpreter fights for a US visa from Rwanda 12 years after applying for special immigrant visa, former combat interpreter for U.S. special forces in Afghanistan continues to fight for a right to settle in the U.S.

USA: Twelve years and counting… #ProtectLinguists abcnews.go.com/Politics/nav...

Today!
Registration details in link: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

USA: Thank you @afghanevac.bsky.social for launching this vital campaign. #EnduringWelcomeAct #ProtectLinguists

On this #WHD2025, we honor the courage and commitment of #translators and #interpreters who risk their lives to support humanitarian efforts around the world. #ProtectLinguists

FIRST LOOK: Bipartisan House Bill Would Restore Relocation Efforts for Afghan War Allies The Enduring Welcome Act, obtained first by Migrant Insider, would reestablish the CARE office after Trump halted flights and stranded thousands of Afghans.

USA: @kamlager-dove.house.gov: “Honoring our commitments to our Afghan allies should never be a partisan issue, but a matter of moral responsibility, national honor, and global credibility.” Couldn't agree more. #ProtectLinguists migrantinsider.com/p/enduring-w...

USA: Important information by @irap.bsky.social for former Afghan #interpreters and other allies. #ProtectLinguists

YouTube video by International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Coming soon: ICRC Commentary on the 4th Geneva Convention

🕊️ 76 years since the adoption of the #GenevaConventions

To mark this anniversary, the #ICRC will soon release the updated GCIV Commentary.

Watch the teaser to learn more about why this remains essential in today’s conflicts.

🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8Ng...

CT senator tours ICE facility where former U.S. military interpreter held: ‘It is cruel and it is stupid’ A hearing has been scheduled in the case of an Afghan man who served as a interpreter for the U.S. military during the Afghanistan war and was seized by ICE agents July 16, U.S. Sen. Richard Blumen…

USA: And all because of Stephen Miller et al.'s cruel quota. Fortunately, this #interpreter has powerful political support. #ProtectLinguists www.courant.com/2025/08/06/c...

ICE crackdown imperils Afghans who aided U.S. war effort, lawyers say Advocates fear President Donald Trump’s ambitious deportation plan jeopardizes Afghan interpreters and other allies who worked for U.S. troops during the war.

USA: As reported on earlier, two former Afghan #interpreters are in the crosshairs of ICE facing deportation despite having assisted the US military and followed procedures. #ProtectLinguists www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2025/...

Afghan interpreter who rescued U.S. officer's life during the war says America broke its promise to allies Dewey Yopp, a retired U.S. Army Special Forces officer, says his Afghan translator saved his life four times during the war in Afghanistan.

USA: Fear of deportation abound… #ProtectLinguists www.cbsnews.com/news/afghan-...

Former Afghan interpreter for U.S. military detained by ICE after routine immigration appointment Zia’s arrest is the latest case of federal authorities detaining immigrants with legal status during immigration check-ins. Lawmakers call the detainment of those who helped U.S. troops at war a betra...

The man's arrest is the latest case of federal authorities detaining immigrants with legal status during immigration check-ins. Lawmakers call the detainment of those who helped U.S. troops at war a betrayal. [via @wbur.org]

Afghan interpreter in US legally detained by ICE at routine green card appointment An Afghan immigrant who worked as a wartime translator for American troops has been detained by ICE after attending a routine biometrics appointment for his green card.

USA: And the abominations continue… Another former Afghan #interpreter was detained by masked ICE agents in Connecticut and placed in expedited removal proceedings. #ProtectLinguists www.scrippsnews.com/politics/imm...

Trump says he will help Afghans stuck in the UAE President Donald Trump said on Sunday he would help Afghans detained in the United Arab Emirates for years after fleeing their country when the United States pulled out and the Taliban took power.

USA: Hoping for true action for allies everywhere (and not just in the United Arab Emirates). #ProtectLinguists www.reuters.com/world/middle...

He completed the “credible fear” interview and is awaiting the result.

Germany seeks deal with Taliban to take back convicted Afghan migrants Germany does not recognise the Taliban government, which took control of Afghanistan in 2021, and maintains no official diplomatic ties with Kabul. #EuropeNews

Germany: Aside from the headline, Chancellor Merz seeks to end the admission program for former local staff (which includes #interpreters) who assisted the German forces and various German agencies in Afghanistan. #ProtectLinguists www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...

Former Afghan interpreter detained by ICE speaks out from behind bars An Afghan wartime ally currently detained at the Otay Mesa Detention Center, is speaking out, calling on President Trump to uphold the government’s promises

USA: Sayed Naser Noori, a former Afghan #interpreter who assisted US forces, awaits the "credible fear" interview behind bars. #ProtectLinguists
fox5sandiego.com/news/local-n...

Germany: June 28, 2025 online information event by PatenschaftsnetzwerkOrtskräfte on residency permits for #interpreters/LECs who assisted the @bmvg-bundeswehr.bsky.social and other German ministries in Afghanistan. To register: Send email to:
info@patenschaftsnetzwerk.de #ProtectLinguists

On this #WorldRefugeeDay, we are reflecting on the 100 million plus people, among them thousands of conflict zone #interpreters, who are currently displaced. May they all find a safe haven! #ProtectLinguists

USA: Thank you @fetterman.senate.gov for speaking out about @ICE‘s latest deplorableness. #ProtectLinguists

Afghani who aided U.S. Army detained by ICE in San Diego Immigration Court “I came here to make a better life,” said the client during his arrest. “I didn’t know that this would happen… I worked with the U.S. Military.”

USA: Despicable! Former allied Afghan #interpreter arrested by ICE while waiting for his hearing at the San Diego immigration court. #ProtectLinguists timesofsandiego.com/military/202...

‘We Don’t Want Them’: Trump Signs Travel Ban on Citizens From 12 Countries

USA: Trump‘s travel ban 2.0 affects nationals from 19 countries. Note that Afghan Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) holders are exempt. #ProtectLinguists www.nytimes.com/2025/06/04/u...

‘A historic betrayal’: Murkowski slams Trump administration revoking protections for Afghan immigrants A joint letter from Lisa Murkowski and Jeanne Shaheen urged the Department of Homeland Security to reinstate the protections immediately.

USA: Thank you, Senators Shaheen and Murkowski for urging Secretaries Rubio and and Noem to reconsider the revocation of TPS for Afghan allies and other vulnerable populations. #ProtectLinguists www.politico.com/news/2025/05...

Litigation — #AfghanEvac

USA: @afghanevac.bsky.social launched an informative
Litigation Page which tracks court cases impacting Afghan allies in the US, among them #interpreters. #ProtectLinguists afghanevac.org/litigation

U.S. court rescinds decision to support relocation of thousands of Afghan refugees | Amu TV The decision halts a pathway to safety for more than 12,000 individuals.

USA: New district court ruling in Pacito v. Trump allows for only 160 Afghan allies (who were ready to travel by 1-20-2025) to move forward while leaving thousands of others at various stages of processing in the lurch. #ProtectLinguist amu.tv/174320/

USA: Big victory for due process! #ProtectLinguists