IOM report: Migration as a driver of prosperity
The IOM's World Migration Report 2024 reveals a jump in migrant remittances worldwide. It also highlights the need for effective policies supporting safe, regular migration routes.
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Greece: Migrants back in custody despite court acquittal
Nine Egyptian men are to remain in custody in Greece despite a court ruling dismissing the case against them over the 'Pylos' shipwreck in 2023.
Frontex investigates migrant pushback allegations following German media reports
The EU's border agency is probing two allegations regarding migrant pushbacks in the Aegean Sea between Turkey and Greece. German media outlets NDR and WDR reported that migrants were threatened with sticks in once instance and left1
More than 52,000 attempted migrant departures from Tunisia this year
Tens of thousands of migrants have tried to leave Tunisia to reach Europe since the start of 2024, according to Tunisian Interior Minister Kamel Feki. Some were intercepted by authorities and returned to Tunisia, while hundreds of o1
Almost as many Afghans arriving across English Channel as in official schemes
A total of 5,662 Afghans came to the UK having crossed the English Channel in the year to March. NGOs are urging the government to facilitate safer, official routes and for family reunion rules to be eased.