Afghan interpreters denied permanent residence under EU pact (opens in new tab)

Afghan interpreters who worked for Dutch military and government missions are calling to be treated as an exception after being told they will not be granted permanent residence in the Netherlands under the new EU migration pact. The group has received official decision letters citing the pact, which came into force on June 12 and means indefinite asylum permits are no longer issued, broadcaster NOS reported. They have instead been offered residence documents valid for a maximum of three year...