On December 9, 2025, a 15-year-old girl provided an impact statement in Warwickshire Crown Court regarding her rape in May by two Afghan asylum seekers, Jan Jahanzeb and Israr Niazal, both aged 17. The incident occurred in Leamington Spa, where the girl was coerced into a secluded area and assaulted. Following the attack, the perpetrators received significant prison sentences and are facing deportation.

This case has intensified scrutiny over border security in the UK, particularly concerning individuals arriving via small boats across the English Channel. Jahanzeb and Niazal entered the UK after multiple attempts, prompting questions about the effectiveness of current immigration controls. The Home Office has faced criticism for its management of asylum seekers, with claims that many individuals who arrive illegally are not sufficiently vetted, potentially posing risks to public safety.

This incident is part of a broader pattern involving newly arrived migrants, with reports of similar crimes committed by individuals who have recently entered the country. Critics argue that the political response has prioritized the welfare of migrants over the safety of citizens, especially vulnerable groups such as women and children. The ongoing debate underscores the tension between humanitarian considerations for asylum seekers and the imperative to ensure public safety in the UK.

In the United States, the recent shooting of two National Guardsmen in Washington, D.C., has led to renewed discussions around 'reverse migration,' or 'remigration,' a concept advocated by the Trump administration. This notion suggests the return of immigrants to their countries of origin and has historical ties to extremist movements in Europe. The revival of such rhetoric raises concerns regarding its implications for social cohesion and the treatment of immigrant communities in the United States, highlighting the complex dynamics of immigration policy and public safety.