Students from Pakistan, Bangladesh Fake Gay Identities for UK Asylum
April 16, 2026·about 2 hours ago·via The Economic Times

Students from Pakistan and Bangladesh pretend to be gay to secure asylum in the UK. They adopt homosexual identities solely for immigration purposes, exploiting the system. Authorities uncover cases where applicants "become" gay after arriving, raising concerns over fraudulent claims. The UK faces pressure to tighten verification amid rising applications from these nations. This trend highlights loopholes in asylum processes for LGBTQ+ protections. Read more about this...