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Argentina's President has obtained Italian citizenship, sparking criticism from those who argue that a head of state should not hold dual nationality. Critics are concerned about potential conflicts of interest and the symbolic implications of a national leader possessing citizenship from another country.
Germany's parliament has approved legislation to ease citizenship rules, allowing people to become eligible for citizenship after five years and opening up the possibility of dual nationalities. The bill, put forward by Chancellor Olaf Scholz's coalition, also reduces the residency requirement for German-born children to automatically become citizens and permits dual nationality for tens of thousands of German-born Turks. The legislation aims to acknowledge Germany's ethnic diversity and multiculturalism, but faces opposition from conservative and far-right parties who argue it could devalue German citizenship and import division.
The family of an elderly Israeli woman held captive by Hamas in Gaza expressed concern for hostages without dual nationality, following the release of dual American-Israeli nationals. They fear that those without foreign citizenship may be at a disadvantage in securing their loved ones' release. The family emphasized the need for action, including providing medical treatment and returning the hostages home. Hamas has refused requests by the Red Cross to access the hostages, raising concerns for their welfare. The release of the American-Israeli hostages was seen as a public relations move by Hamas. Israel continues its efforts to return all hostages and missing individuals home.