An appeals court is currently examining the corruption case against Mimmo Lucano, the former mayor of Riace. The small town in Italy became known for welcoming refugees and migrants. Public prosecutors have demanded 10 years and 5 m1
The Czech Republic has announced that it will be extending temporary checks along its border with Slovakia. The extension will run for another 45 days and is presently set to end on December 12.
Turkish media reports say that over 100 migrants have been intercepted by the Turkish coast guard on the Aegean coast off the western province of Izmir. Meanwhile, seven others were reportedly rescued at sea.
The body of what appears to be a stowaway has been found following an inbound flight from Iran. Germany is planning to impose entry restrictions on Iranians amid ongoing protests.
Thanks to a humanitarian corridors project, on Wednesday, 37 Syrian nationals including 13 minors arrived in Rome on a flight from Beirut. On October 28, another 29 refugees are due to arrive from Lebanon.