Tag: Afghanistan
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Exile207 – Marla’s Time Travel
Today is day 207 of my exile. Exile 207. Two thousand seven. In this year, Germany is marked by a stable yet challenged order. The grand coalition shapes domestic politics, while economic growth and declining unemployment are seen as successes. At the same time, structural tensions between East and West are becoming apparent, particularly in wages, migration, and the sense of political representation. Europe Read more
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Exile206 – Marla’s Time Travel
Today is day 206 of my exile.Exile 206. Two thousand six. The year is defined by a world that is reshaping itself without finding rest. In Germany, the grand coalition under Angela Merkel shapes everyday political life, while economic reforms and the consequences of earlier decisions continue to have an impact. The FIFA World Cup in the host country becomes a moment Read more
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Flüchtlingswelle aus dem Iran – where would they go?
When the next major refugee movement reaches Europe, the political reaction will sound familiar again: crisis meetings, special broadcasts, the word “unexpected.” But in the case of Iran, nothing is unexpected. The development has been on the table for months. The government in Tehran has massively tightened its policy toward Afghan migrants. Deadlines have been set, controls intensified, employers… Read more