Greece: Fake document lab dismantled in Athens
Several arrests were made during a multi-national operation in Athens last week, resulting in the dismantling of a criminal syndicate accused of forging documents for migrants.
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Libya: 1,500 migrants detained after weekend raids
Over the weekend, Libyan authorities rounded up and detained over 1,500 irregular migrants living in the east of the capital, Tripoli. As the official government continues to vie for power against a rival administration, migrants ar1
Italy: Court rules city authorities cannot exclude immigrants from public housing
On July 22, a court in the Italian city of Bologna ruled against the exclusion of a foreign worker in the lists for access to Italian public housing.
Sant'Egidio offers 'holiday' for refugees on Cyprus
A "solidarity holiday" is being offered by the Community of Sant'Egidio until the end of August as a way to help refugees on the island of Cyprus. Activities for adults and children, as well as communal meals, are on offer to help i1
Mauritania: Dozens of migrants rescued just before boat wreck
At least 75 migrants from West Africa were rescued off the coast of Mauritania after their boat suffered an engine failure earlier this month. Their ship was already at risk of sinking when they sent out a distress call.