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Don’t let Gaza refugees be used as a weapon
October 30, 2023 | 6:54pmIt’s been called the population weapon, and it’s an effective way to blackmail Europe.
Six people dead after migrant boat in poor condition sinks in English Channel
August 12, 2023 | 11:48amMore than 50 people were believed aboard the boat in poor conditions when it began to sink around 4 a.m. UK time off the coast of Dover.
UN demands investigation after naked migrants found at Greece-Turkey border
October 17, 2022 | 1:39pmThe United Nations has called for an urgent investigation after almost 100 migrants were found distressed, bruised and stripped naked at the border between Greece and Turkey.
The truth laid bear: The surprising origin of Paddington Bear, after Queen Elizabeth video
June 6, 2022 | 1:25pmPaddington Bear author and creator Michael Bond, who passed away in 2017, said that the character was inspired by seeing Jewish refugee children on the World War II Kindertransport train.
Over 3,000 migrants dead or lost at sea en route to Europe in 2021: UN
April 30, 2022 | 2:18pmMore than 3,000 people died or disappeared in 2021 while attempting to reach Europe by sea, according to a new report from The UN Refugee Agency.
White House prepping plan to help vulnerable Ukraine refugees enter US
March 22, 2022 | 10:12pmThe White House is expected to announce a plan in the coming days that would make it easier for vulnerable Ukrainian refugees to enter the US.
At least 31 dead after migrant boat capsizes in English Channel
November 24, 2021 | 7:11pmAt least 31 migrants bound for Britain died Wednesday when their boat sank in the English Channel, in what France’s interior minister called the biggest migration tragedy on the dangerous...
Turkey vows to 'open the gates' to flood Europe with Syrian refugees
October 26, 2019 | 5:08pmTurkey’s president vows to send millions of refugees to Europe if its countries do not back his proposal to settle them in a Syrian “safe zone.” President Recep Tayyip Erdogan...
Trump: Immigration has 'changed the fabric' of Europe
July 12, 2018 | 11:44pmPresident Trump on Thursday bemoaned the impact of immigration on Europe, saying it’s “changed the fabric” of the continent. "I think you are losing your culture. Look around. You go...
EU leaders reach deal on refugee crisis
June 29, 2018 | 12:08amBRUSSELS — European Union leaders claimed a breakthrough deal Friday on how to deal with the pressures of migration after all-night talks helped accommodate Italian demands for more help. The...
Fashion brand under fire for using images of migrants in ads
June 20, 2018 | 5:36pmFashion brand United Colors of Benetton is coming under fire for its latest ad campaign – which features real images of African migrants rescued at sea and then turned away...
Syrian refugees left 'indelible mark' on Amber Heard's soul
April 6, 2018 | 9:19amHeard said she was moved by "the resilience and the spirit of everyone involved."
Young male migrants fuel rise in violence in Germany, study says
January 3, 2018 | 12:24pmBERLIN — The recent influx of mostly young, male migrants into Germany has led to an increase in violent crime in the country, according to a government-funded study published Wednesday....
Pope compares Bethlehem trek to refugee migrations today
December 24, 2017 | 4:51pmVATICAN CITY — Pope Francis in Christmas Eve remarks Sunday likened the journey of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem to the migrations of millions of people today who are forced...
Climate change will drive one million refugees to Europe by 2100
December 22, 2017 | 10:51amBERLIN — Europe could see a surge in “climate refugees” as global warming increases poverty and hardship elsewhere in the world, scientists said Thursday. Experts have long warned that rising...
Floods are only the latest in Italy's horrible year
September 13, 2017 | 7:13pmMajor cities flooded. Buildings collapsed. The power went out. At least seven victims died. Subway stations and major tourist attractions were under water. Rivers of mud grabbed cars and buried...
106-year-old Afghan woman faces deportation from Sweden
September 4, 2017 | 6:00pmHOVA, Sweden — A 106-year-old Afghan woman who made a perilous journey to Europe, carried by her son and grandson through mountains, deserts and forests, is facing deportation from Sweden...
Inside Obama's quiet deal to help Australia with refugees
February 2, 2017 | 11:33pmThe Obama administration’s agreement to take more than 1,000 refugees off the hands of the Australian government drew little notice when it was announced last November after months of quiet...
Celebrities from refugee families
February 1, 2017 | 11:31amThese stars and their families came to the United States to seek refuge.
Pamela Anderson 'speechless' after visiting refugee camp
January 25, 2017 | 10:22pm"The politics are incomprehensibly devastating. People must see what is happening," she wrote on her blog.