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World in brief: September 13, 2023
People observe the wreckage that was caused by earthquake, in the town of Imi N'tala, outside Marrakech, Morocco, Tuesday, September 12, 2023

BELGIUM: The top administrative court today overturned a government decision to refuse to provide shelter for single men seeking asylum, saying the plans contravene the country’s migration laws.

The decision last month came after the government said there was a shortage of asylum housing and they had to prioritise children.

But the court said it did not respect the rights that all asylum-seekers should enjoy while their application for international protection is being examined.

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