In today's summary, read our exclusive about how corruption further complicates refugee registrations in the West German town of Essen. Human trafficking has caused a resurge in refugee arrivals in Greece, which wants the EU to adapt its migration rules to the current situation.
A black market for refugees to get appointments at the Foreigner’s Office: Foreigner's Offices in Germany have been facing a lot of pressure since the arrival of nearly a million refugees in 2015. The crowds have also given rise to so-called "black markets," where corrupt individuals help refugees get an appointment with the authorities for a fee. Click here to read more.
Human trafficking increase sees refugee surge on Greek islands: Smuggling activity in the Aegean Sea has reached the highest level since last fall, and while the causes remain unclear, the Greek islands are once again becoming overcrowded. Click here to read more.
EU rules on migration must adapt: According to Alexis Tsipras, "Italy and Greece have paid a very high price" in migration crisis. The Greek prime minister met with his Italian counterpart, Paolo Gentiloni, in Corfu. Click here to read more.
Food for thought: A restaurant in Rome enables migrants to cook dishes from their home country for Italians and tell their stories. The proceeds go to the cooks and finance aid projects. Click here to read more.