Newborn found dead on migrant boat
The body of a newborn baby was brought to the Italian island of Lampedusa by a patrol boat after it was found onboard a boat carrying 40 migrants during a rescue operation.
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Caritas chief calls for new hospitality and inclusion policies
The director of Catholic charity Caritas Italiana, Father Marco Pagniello, has called for change and cooperation to be incorporated in Italy's new migration policies.
Gambian migrant tells of four days at sea to reach Lampedusa
Moumi, a 20-year-old migrant from Gambia, reached the island of Lampedusa after four days at sea. "I am tired but alive", he said on Friday, September 15.
Polish government hit by cash-for-visas scandal
Polish consulates reportedly handed out visas to migrants from Asia and Africa in exchange for thousands of dollars. The allegations could hurt Poland's anti-migration ruling party in upcoming elections.
Lampedusa: EU and Italian leaders announce action plan
During a visit to the island of Lampedusa, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced plans to address the surge in migrant arrivals.