Italy has asked the European Union Court of Justice to resolve a dispute over Italian ancestry citizenship rules after two lower courts issued conflicting rulings in recent months. The matter turns on whether descendants of Italian emigrants can claim citizenship without limits set by residence requirements.
The move adds pressure on stricter citizenship laws advanced by far-right groups within the EU.
Also on Sunday, Malaysian authorities deported a dual U.S.-Israeli passport holder with no explanation.
In Canada, immigration files now face a new US-style review process for public charges begins September 18, drawing criticism about how officials assess financial sponsors.