Politics · ImmigrationEU Parliament Condemns Ceuta Crisis and Questions Spain's Migration Policy
The EU Parliament blames Spain's migration policy for the Ceuta crisis. Learn how the new Pact on Migration impacts Portugal and the Schengen Area.
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Tracking immigration for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
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Transportation · ImmigrationLisbon Elevator Tragedy: Families Still Waiting for Answers and Compensation
One year after the Glória elevator crash killed 16 people — mostly foreign tourists — families still await answers and compensation. Here’s the latest on the investigation, payout delays, and safety failures impacting Lisbon.
National News · ImmigrationPortugal's Strict Firearms Laws: What You Need to Know After Paços de Ferreira Arrest
Understand Portugal's strict illegal weapon penalties. Up to 5 years prison, €4,320 fines, and permanent bans. Know what's prohibited before it's too late.
Immigration · National NewsOdemira's Flag Hoax Exposes Europe's Immigration Disinformation Crisis
Viral hoax about Odemira removing Portuguese flags exposed. How disinformation exploits Portugal's first majority-immigrant town & what it means for residents.
National News · ImmigrationLisbon Airport Drug Bust: 12kg Cocaine Seized, Expat Safety Implications
Foreign national arrested at Lisbon Airport with 12kg cocaine. What this means for expat safety, travel screening, and Portugal's drug enforcement efforts.
Immigration · National NewsPortugal's Face-Covering Ban Starts September 2026: What Expats Need to Know
Portugal's Law 58/2026 bans face coverings from September 2026. Fines up to €3,000. Expats & residents: learn exemptions, enforcement rules & what it means.
National News · ImmigrationCoimbra Man Arrested for Attempted Rape of Woman with Disabilities
Man arrested in Coimbra for attempted rape of woman with disabilities. Learn about victim rights, support resources, and violence patterns affecting disabled residents in Portugal.
Immigration · PoliticsSpain Triples Emergency Housing in Ceuta as Migrant Crisis Strains Border Infrastructure
Spain adds 1,500 emergency shelter spaces in Ceuta, tripling capacity amid humanitarian crisis. Over 5,000 migrants stranded after July surge.
Immigration · PoliticsSpain Holds Border After Mass Crossing: 5,000 Migrants Remain in Ceuta
Spain and Morocco prevent new mass crossing at Ceuta after 72,000 entered in July. 5,000 remain as EU debates border policy. Latest updates on humanitarian crisis.