A new report says Germany was planning to close the border in 2015 during the refugee crisis. "Homeland" actor Mandy Patinkin speaks to DW about his experiences in Lesbos and more than 900 extremists have traveled from the Middle East to Germany. This and more in today's roundup.
Report: Germany planned to close border at height of 2015 refugee crisis: As thousands of refugees walked to Germany in September 2015, Merkel's government was ready to close the border, a report has found. The plan was stopped at the last minute only because no one wanted the responsibility. Click here to read more.
Western immigrants feel 'welcome' in Balkans: Every year, thousands of Balkan natives move west to build a life in wealthy EU states. But how do the Westerners fare who decide to go east? DW talked to three western Europeans who feel right at home in the Balkans. Click here to read more.
Report: Jump in number of jihadis traveling from Germany to Iraq, Syria: A report has found that more than 900 extremists traveled to the Middle East from Germany. The revelation comes amid growing concern from German officials over domestic terrorism. Click here to read more.
'Homeland' actor Mandy Patinkin: 'Refugees are gorgeous human beings': Actor Mandy Patinkin is best known for his roles in 'The Princess Bride' and award-winning TV series 'Homeland.' He's also a passionate supporter of refugee rights. He told DW the world needs to wake up and help people fleeing war get to new homes. Click here to read more.
African migrants in Italy launch organic yoghurt, vegetable business: After working on farms in southern Italy for pitiful salaries, in 2012 some migrants from sub-Saharan Africa decided to start their own agricultural co-operative near Rome. The business, which produces organic yoghurts and vegetables and delivers them by bike, is entirely environmentally friendly. Click here to read more.
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Western immigrants feel 'welcome' in Balkans: Every year, thousands of Balkan natives move west to build a life in wealthy EU states. But how do the Westerners fare who decide to go east? DW talked to three western Europeans who feel right at home in the Balkans. Click here to read more.
Report: Jump in number of jihadis traveling from Germany to Iraq, Syria: A report has found that more than 900 extremists traveled to the Middle East from Germany. The revelation comes amid growing concern from German officials over domestic terrorism. Click here to read more.
'Homeland' actor Mandy Patinkin: 'Refugees are gorgeous human beings': Actor Mandy Patinkin is best known for his roles in 'The Princess Bride' and award-winning TV series 'Homeland.' He's also a passionate supporter of refugee rights. He told DW the world needs to wake up and help people fleeing war get to new homes. Click here to read more.
African migrants in Italy launch organic yoghurt, vegetable business: After working on farms in southern Italy for pitiful salaries, in 2012 some migrants from sub-Saharan Africa decided to start their own agricultural co-operative near Rome. The business, which produces organic yoghurts and vegetables and delivers them by bike, is entirely environmentally friendly. Click here to read more.
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