A group of migrants has been stranded for days at the border between the northern and southern parts of Cyprus. Now on the Turkish side of the 'Green Line', they want to cross into the Republic of Cyprus to claim asylum in the EU.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk sent his condolences to the soldier's family as he blamed Russia and Belarus for the surge in attempted migrant crossings, accusing them of attempting to destabalize the EU.
Germany has announced additional controls along its borders ahead of the UEFA 2024 European football championship. Interior Minister Nancy Faeser cited Islamist terrorism and hooliganism as possible threats.
The UN migration agency has welcomed a $5.4 billion pledge to support millions of people still affected by the Syrian war, both within its borders and in neighboring countries.
A new UN report highlights the dangers of irregular migration in sub-Saharan Africa. The risks of violence and kidnapping are highest in desert regions, it says.