As the country’s right-wing government takes a hard line on Mediterranean immigration, the hip-hop artist Ghali has become a prominent voice of compassion.
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Biden and Meloni of Italy May Find Common Ground
The president has been wary of the Italian prime minister’s hard-right politics. But when they meet on Thursday, they may see eye to eye on key issues.
Stranded in Tunisia, Migrants Wait for Death
Tunisia has pushed African migrants to scorching no-man’s lands along its borders with little food and water. Under a deal with the European Union, Tunisia agreed to tighten border controls in exchange for aid.
Global Warming Is Bringing More Change Than Just Heat
Climate change is already affecting the world in powerful ways. But it could also drive mass migration and reshape societies as its consequences add up.
Protests Meet Bibby Stockholm, U.K. Barge for Asylum Seekers
Some of those protesting the Bibby Stockholm’s arrival in southern England wanted better treatment for refugees. Others opposed bringing migrants to the area. None wanted the barge.
Spain Rescues Migrants After Search for Missing Boat
The country’s maritime rescue authority said it had rescued a migrant boat with 86 people aboard in the Atlantic, after an aid group raised concerns about vessels that had departed from Senegal.
Migrant Numbers on Border Plunge as Mexico Helps U.S. to Stem Flow
Mexico is taking steps to keep migrants from massing along the border. But as they flow into southern Mexico the calm may be short-lived.
What You Need to Know About the Dutch Government Collapse
The coalition parties couldn’t come to an agreement on the country’s migration policy. What were they fighting over and what comes next?
Dutch Government’s Collapse Highlights Europe’s Migration Crisis
Prime Minister Mark Rutte resigned after his coalition partners rejected his tough new line on refugees, favoring his own political future, critics say, over compromise.
Dutch Government Collapses Over Immigration Disagreement
Prime Minister Mark Rutte, one of Europe’s longest-serving leaders, had struggled to reach an agreement with his coalition partners about migration, including more restrictions.