persecution

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One of those Individuals who would face persecution if their identities became known to their own government.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

The case posed a fundamental clash between the government’s need to manage surges at the border and the moral and historic right to offer asylum to those fleeing persecution.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

Nurul Amin Shah Alam crossed the world to flee profound persecution.

From Slate • Mar. 19, 2026

In 2005, when Amina Kadri's husband, Ikbal, fled Iran to escape political persecution, his family hoped Iraqi Kurdistan would be a safe haven.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

Even the thought of persecution left him undismayed, was rather tonic than depressing.

From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley