Amnesty accuses Spain, Morocco of cover-up in Melilla deaths
One year since tens of migrants and refugees died in a crush at the border between Spain and Morocco, Amnesty International has accused the two countries of a "cover-up."
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Boat wrecks off Tunisia reveal worsening situation in the country
Three boats, presumed to have been on course to Italy, sank off the coast of Tunisia, killing at least three people, while at least 12 migrants remain missing. Tunisia has recently emerged as the North African country with the highe1
Greece: 145 migrants saved from Evros river islet
Greek authorities say they have rescued 145 migrants stranded on an island in the Evros border river between Turkey and Greece. The river is a popular route for people trying to reach the EU via Turkey, which had lately become less1
Hundreds of alleged victims of migrant labor exploitation found in Portugal
A growing demand for fruit, vegetables and fish coupled with lax visa regulations have made regions in Portugal a hotspot for the exploitation of migrant labor.
Global companies commit to provide jobs and training to 250,000 refugees
More than 40 companies have pledged to recruit or train tens of thousands of refugees in Europe. The plan was announced at a special business summit in Paris ahead of World Refugee Day.