Migration

Refugees report new pushback incident from Greek coastguards

Greek coastguard accused of forcibly returning refugees and migrants at sea to Turkey, the latest in a series of reports in recent months on forced return from Greek territory or in Greece’s waters.

Several migrants drown as boat capsizes off Italy's Lampedusa

Migrants believed to have started their journey in Tunisia, Italian officials say.

7 books on the refugee experience every child should read

As the refugee crisis grew across the world, a new trend in children’s literature has also kicked in, sharing stories of refugees in children’s books.

Growing children’s literature on refugee lives can help fight xenophobia

Wars leave indelible marks on people, particularly children, and books on refugee experiences can help others empathise with their struggle.

Harris’ cruel immigration statement reveals the US’ true colours

How can the US address the roots of migration in the region, when it itself sows the seeds for instability, violence, poverty and inequality?

Denmark passes law to deport asylum seekers outside Europe despite outcry

The bill would allow Denmark to move refugees arriving on Danish soil to asylum centres in possible partner countries such as Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia and others.

Record number of migrants reach Spain's Ceuta enclave in one day

At least 5,000 migrants reached the enclave by swimming or walking at low tide from beaches in neighbouring Morocco, says local government spokesperson.

Islamic Zakat donations reached millions of refugees in 2020

Compared to four years ago, Zakat funds increased in record numbers last year, helping more than two million refugees across the world, according to UNHCR.

‘The Man Who Sold His Skin’ marks historic Oscar nomination for Tunisia

The story behind the Academy award-nominated movie is inspired by the real-life tale of a Belgian man, Tim Steiner, who sold the rights to tattoo his back and exhibit it to artist Wim Delvoye.

What’s happening in Mozambique as Daesh claims deadly attacks?

Militants have briefly seized a strategic port city on the eastern African coast, pushing foreign contractors to flee and creating chaos unseen for a long time.

Biden tasks Harris with tackling challenge of migrants on Mexico border

It marks the first time that US President Biden has assigned a specific portfolio to Vice President Harris, who is seen as representing a younger generation in the Democratic Party and has been constantly at his side since they entered office.

Europe's south seeks better EU sharing of migration load

Five Mediterranean countries on the front line of mass migration to Europe demand their EU partners share the burden more equitably, saying "we can no longer be punished for our geographical position."