June 2015
June 23, 2015
Australian Foreign Minister Defends Agreement with Iran on Refugees
Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop confirmed negotiations with Iran regarding the deportation of unsuccessful asylum seekers, emphasizing that many are economic migrants. The Australian government…
June 19, 2015
Iran: No Agreement with Australia for Mandatory Return of Refugees
An Iranian official denied reports of an agreement with Australia for the forced return of Iranian refugees, stating that any return must be voluntary. This…
Australia Approaches Stage of 'Returning Refugees to Iran'
Australia is negotiating with Iran to return thousands of Iranian refugees, nearing a historic agreement that may also involve scholarships for Iranian students and work…