Biden tells migrants 'don't come' as criticism grows

23 Sept 06:17 Key points summarised by AI

President Biden directly urged migrants to "don't come" to the U.S., amidst mounting criticism over a significant surge in arrivals at the southern border.
Biden dismissed claims that his policies caused the surge, highlighting similar spikes in previous years and arguing that migrants are not coming because he is "a nice guy."
Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas defended the administration's approach, acknowledging a record pace of encounters but stating such surges are not new and attributing the rise in unaccompanied children to ending Trump's "cruel" expulsion policies.
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency reported approximately 100,000 arrests at the southern border in February, including nearly 9,500 unaccompanied children, leading to crowded facilities and a request for FEMA assistance.

Sihasak urges Thais in Europe to stay alert as protests spread

Yesterday 12:06 Key points summarised by AI

Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow advises Thai nationals in Europe to avoid protest areas and reconsider non-essential travel, citing widespread unrest in countries like France, Italy, and Spain.
The warning comes as demonstrations escalate, with some turning violent, prompting concerns for safety and leading to an emergency Cabinet meeting in Italy and a proposed postponement of diplomatic talks.
Thai embassies and the Department of Consular Affairs issue advisories, urging citizens to monitor local developments, follow official announcements, and register their travel details for assistance, while emphasizing that no Thais have been directly affected yet.