EU Countries Who Refuse To Host Refugees Could Pay More For Projects
EU countries who refuse to host refugees could instead pay more for EU migration and development projects in Africa, said the head of the European Parliament, Reuters reports.
EU migration crisis
Italy Tells Rescue Ships not to Help Refugees in Peril at Sea
Officials said the vessels – carrying people from North Africa to Europe – were all in Libyan waters and, therefore, Libyan responsibility.
EU Leaders Fail on Migration
After the meeting, German Chancellor Angela Merkel told reporters that the bloc had a hard job ahead of it to reform asylum rules by a deadline of June next year.
Is the Construction of Walls by Turkey Also Beneficial for the EU?
It is noteworthy that the idea of building walls by Turkey was not criticized by the EU, which, based on its values, has always been in favor of open borders with neighbors, cross-border cooperation.
Rome Asks to Stop Sending Immigrants to the City
According to polls, about half of Italians do not want immigrants to come to their country.
A Large Fire on Housing of 1,500 Migrants In Northern France
As a result of the fire at least 10 people were injured. The fire tore through closely-packed huts at the Grande-Synthe camp, near the port of Dunkirk.
EU Political Crisis or "Right Turn" in Europe
Although a large number of experts believe that people are just voting for rightists in order to protest against the authorities, the situation gets truly worrying in Europe, given that such intolerance and xenophobia were witnessed during 1930-s when racism and fascism emerged in European Continent...
Hungarian Parliament to Vote on EU Quota
Last month, Hungarians voted to reject EU quotas in a referendum vote, but a low turnout rendered it invalid.
Cavusoglu: ''EU Must Grant Visa-Free Access by the End of October, otherwise…''
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu has threatened to suspend the EU-Turkey migrant deal unless visa-free access for Turkish citizens is not granted by the end of October.
Belgian Minister Fined for Refusing to Let Refugees In
The court fined Franken with 4450 dollars per day for failure to provide asylum to family from Aleppo, who have relatives in Belgium.
Turkey and Azerbaijan have Adopted the Policy of Blackmailing
Though Germany has said that Europe "must not be blackmailed" over the issue, the interview of French Foreign Minister Jean-Marc Ayrault to Hurriyet revealed just the opposite.
"Jungle" Migrant Camp in France to be Demolished
According to the source, there is concern that some migrants will refuse to go because they still want to get to Britain, and there have been some clashes over the weekend.
Hungarian Referendum: Which EU Country Is the Next?
The radical anti-migration views in Europe show that Hungary is maybe the first but not the only one to hold such a referendum.
Czech President Suggested Migrants Could be Relocated on Uninhabited Islands
Czech President warned of a "strong connection" between the migrant influx and the "wave of jihadis" in Europe.
Hungary Holds Referendum on EU Mandatory Migrant Plan
Right-wing Prime Minister Viktor Orban opposes plans to relocate a total of 160,000 migrants across the bloc.
Police Killed a Refugee in Berlin
A 29-year-old man tried to attack his 27-year-old neighbor with a knife, the police has tried to prevent it.
EU Will Monthly Give 30 Euros to Refugees in Turkey
Refugees will be able to pay for clothes, education and accommodation with the help of the cards.
Difficult Times for the EU: Hungary Asked to be Kicked out of the Union
"Hungary is not far from an order to shoot refugees," Jean Asselborn said.
Austria Threatens to Sue Hungary
The republic must see that the European Union acts according to the law, full stop.
Number of Underage Refugees Missing in Germany Is Doubled
At the beginning of the year, the number of missing children reached to 4,749.
Hungary to Install a Second Fence Against Migrants
The Prime Minister said that the new fence will be "a massive defense system."
Cavusoglu: EU should Grant Turks Visa-Free Travel in October or the Migrant Deal should be Put Aside
"I don't want to talk about the worst case scenario - talks with the EU are continuing but it's clear that we either apply all treaties at the same time or we put them all aside."
European Countries Threaten to Block Acceleration of Turkish EU Talks
Talks on Turkish accession to the EU began in 2005, but only one out of 35 “chapters”, or policy areas where Turkey must adopt and implement EU rules, has been concluded.
Migrant Crisis is Believed to Continue for the Next Two Centuries
EU will negotiate a series of bilateral agreements with third countries, including Ethiopia, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal and Tunisia.
Czech Republic Refuses to Take More Migrants
According to Ovcacek, Czech President Milos Zeman believes that the arrival of migrants in Europe is uncontrollable.
Turkey Will Scrap EU Refugee Deal if…
If the European Union is not liberalizing the visa regime for citizens of Turkey, Ankara will not comply with the agreement on migrants.
In Germany a Woman Killed by Syrian Asylum Seeker
The assailant was apparently acting alone, police have said, adding that there is no indication that it was a terrorist act. Witnesses have said that the victim, a woman, and the perpetrator had been arguing before the attack.
Another Attack in Germany
According to the Bavaria's interior minister the 27-year-old man detonated a backpack device after being refused entry to the festival in the southern city.
EU Parliament Urged to Verify the Information of the Syrians Killed by Turkish Border Guards
According to the press release, members of the European Parliament also asked the European Commission to "assess whether the EU-Turkey deal to manage migration and refugee flows can continue to apply in these circumstances."
The Aid Group MSF Rejects the EU Funding in Protest for the Refugee Crisis
MSF says it can no longer take money from countries and institutions that are "intensifying attempts to push people and their suffering away from European shores.
Is Turkey Really a Reliable Partner for the EU?
But do the EU criticize Turkey in a proper way, so as the latter takes it seriously and does its best to carry out certain reforms? Now the EU declares that they will grant Turkey visa-free regime only when it fulfills all the requirements. Will it really be the case?
Migrants Demand to Cancel the EU-Turkey Deal
Human rights organizations have been warning that the deal does not provide protection for refugees. They say the deal is discrimination against refugees.
European Court of Justice: EU Member States May not Imprison Undocumented Refugees
Under the EU rules, non-EU nationals can only be imprisoned if they’ve already been given a deportation order and have refused to go.
A Camp for Migrants to be Set in Paris
Anne Hidalgo said that the exact location of the "humanitarian camp" would be revealed in the next few days after an inspection of possible sites.
13,000 People Rescued in One Week from Drowning in Mediterranean Sea
This rescue is the latest aided by a multinational patrol of Italian, Irish and German ships and other humanitarian groups operating in the Mediterranean.
Erdogan Calls the EU to Share the Burden of the Refugees
As for Turkey's membership to the European Union, British Prime Minister David Cameron said that "there is no possibility for Turkey to become an EU member in the near future."
UN High Commissioner for Refugees Warns Asylum Seekers have Become a Global Phenomenon
Grandi said that now more people are fleeing conflict and hardship than at any other time in recorded history.
''West Cares More About Gays than the Syrians'' Erdogan
Erdogan said: "Shame on those who don't show sensitivity ... to the women and children who reach out to them for help."
Turkey Threatens to Send Refugees Back to Europe
By rejecting the consultations on the cancellation of visas for Turks, the refugees automatically get under the huge threat by the Turkish side.
Visa-Free Regime for Turkey - a Dilemma for the EU
Besides, human rights activists claim that Turkey cannot be considered a safe country for the deported refugees.
Germany’s ''Neo Nazis'' Adopt Anti-Islam Manifesto
The right-wing populist groupings shout anti-immigration and Eurosceptic slogans across much of the European Continent.
EU-Turkey Deal did not Cure Europe's "Headache"
Anti-migrant sentiments in Austria have risen recently due to a large number of refugee influx, which cause problems to the country. Previously Austria was carrying out an open-door policy towards migrants like the German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Merkel to Discuss Refugee Financing Projects in Turkey
The EU intends to send 3 billion euros for these projects.
Pope Francis Visits Refugees in Lesbos Island
The Vatican insists that the Pope's visit is purely humanitarian and religious in nature and should not be seen as a criticism of the deportations.
Hollande: Turkey Must Comply with 72 Criteria for the Abolition of Visas with EU
The EU is also going to "closely monitor" the struggle of Ankara "with carriers of illegal immigrants and clandestine trafficking."
Desperate Migrants Protest at Closed Greece-Macedonia Border
The Greek government hopes the Idomeni camp will be evacuated by the end of April and that migrants will move to "transit centers" set up throughout Greece.
The US to Allocate $ 20 million to Europe
The money will be allocated in addition to the already allocated $ 44 million that the United States has given since the beginning of the migration crisis in the past year.
The EU Yielded Everything for Nothing
In exchange of all these, the EU got some promises, written on the paper and having no guarantees. Turkey promised to stop the flows of migrants to the EU and receive "unwanted" migrants.
UN: Turkey-EU Deal on Refugees Breaches International Law
Under a key clause in the landmark agreement, in exchange for Turkey taking back all migrants arriving in Greece, the EU will resettle one Syrian refugee for every Syrian readmitted on Turkish soil.
EU-Turkey Deal not Really a Historic One
Another problem of “one-for-one” principle is its legality. Many human rights organizations have already voiced concern calling this deal not complying with international law.
EU-Turkey Deal Comes Into Effect
However, there are still many doubts about the implementation of the agreement.
US Welcomes EU-Turkey Migration Deal
Washington is ready to increase support to countries affected by the flow of refugees.
Davutoglu: Turkey Does Not Bargain, It is About Humanitarian Values
When Europe speaks about the need to spend the money on migrants’ protection, Turkey’s President Tayyip Erdogan gets angry, calling on Europe to solve its problems instead of giving lessons to Turkey.
Mogherini: EU Continues Anti-Russian Sanctions
The European Union remains committed to fully implementing its non-recognition policy.
Turkey-EU Dirty Deal is More Than Realistic
This extra time is being used not only for the clarification of certain points. Both sides try to get as much benefits as possible.
Balkan Route to Stay Closed for Refugees
The decision to close the "Balkan route" has been made during the EU-Turkey Summit. It means that all the countries that lie on this route including Greece will return illegal migrants back to Turkey.
German Elections: Merkel's Reputation under Danger
If we look at the picture after the elections, it becomes obvious that AfD now has a presence in eight of Germany’s 16 states.
Migrant Jumps to Death from German Train in Order not to be Deported to Italy
While police were looking at the 17-year old boy’s papers, he reportedly got anxious and escaped into another compartment, where he opened a window and jumped out.
Migrant Trafficking Chain may be Broken in 10 Days if Turkey-EU Deal is Signed
According to him, after there is a deal, Turkey and Greece will establish a "legal framework" for tackling the migrant flaw.
Cyprus Question Makes it Difficult for Turkey to Enter EU: Merkel
"We are far from being able to complete the substantial negotiation stages with Turkey as long as question of Cyprus has not been resolved", - German Chancellor told.
Merkel Condemns Shutting of Balkan Route for Migrants
According to her, this puts Greece in a very difficult situation, claiming that such decisions should be taken by the EU as a whole.
Macedonia Closes its Borders to Migrants
Macedonia had until now been allowing small numbers of Syrians and Iraqis through, as long as they came from cities currently in a state of war such Aleppo and Mosul.
Slovenia Almost Entirely Closes Its Borders for Refugees
Refugees who are planning to use Slovenia as a path on the way to another country, which they consider more comfortable for living, will not be allowed to cross the border anymore.
Turkey Knows How to Get Benefits from the Migrant Crisis
Though the provisions of the preliminary agreement satisfy the EU leaders, particularly Turkey, the UN has expressed some reservations saying that "the blanket return of all individuals from one country to another", without their protection under international law is not acceptable.
Migrant Crisis: EU and Turkey Outline Hopes for Agreement
Talks on the plan will continue ahead of an EU meeting on 17-18 March.
EU-Turkey Summit: Final Statement: Full Text
The Heads of State or Government agreed that bold moves were needed to close down people smuggling routes, to break the business model of the smugglers, to protect our external borders and to end the migration crisis in Europe. We need to break the link between getting in a boat and getting settlement in Europe.
Migrants in France Sewed Their Mouths as a Sign of Protest
They are accusing the French authorities for restricting their freedom and human rights.
Tusk Warned Economic Migrants not to Travel to Europe
"Do not come to Europe. Do not believe the smugglers. Do not risk your lives and your money. It is all for nothing," Tusk said.
France: Brexit would Lead to Breakdown of Calais Border Arrangements
France could also limit access to the single market and try to tempt London's bankers to relocate.
The EU to Allocate €700m for Refugee Crisis
The European commissioner for humanitarian aid, Christos Stylianides, said that €700m (£544m) would be spent over three years on helping refugees.
Merkel Warns the Refugee Crisis can Plunge Greece into Chaos
According to Merkel the recently bailed-out Athens government could become paralyzed by the huge numbers of refugee arrivals.
Czech President Against Country's Exit from the EU
The Prime Minister (Republic Bohuslav Sobotka) said that he will hinder organizing a voting on the issue. I think it is undemocratic.
Merkel Announced about the Most Difficult Challenge during Her Reign
But while I am Chancellor, I solve the problems encountered by the country.
Greece Refused to Receive Austrian Minister of Interior
"The Greek side made it clear that the visit cannot take place so long as the measures against Greece are cancelled," the source said.
Greece Slows Down the Flow of Migrants
Among the measures is a reduction in ferry transports for people arriving on the Greek islands.
Bulgaria Approved Military Deployment in Protection of Country’s Borders
The legislative amendment was approved unanimously by all 137 lawmakers present.
Turkey's Unexpected Moves May Endanger Merkel's Plans for Next Elections
If it turns out that the deal with Turkey has not worked, the impact on Merkel's CDU party's prospects to win the next elections would be destructive.
Greece Removes Migrants from the Border with Macedonia
Greece has become Europe’s main entry point for the vast numbers fleeing war and destitution in the Middle East, Africa and Asia.
German Interior Minister:Protection of EU's External Borders with Turkey is a Priority
All countries agree that the protection of external borders with Turkey is a priority.
EU to Hold Talks with Turkey in March
In November 2014, Turkey and the European Union approved a joint plan to cut the influx of migrants.
Britain Deported Child Asylum Seekers to War-Torn Countries
The young people were deported after they turned 18.
NATO Also to be Involved in the Fight Against the Migration Flows to Europe
NATO Navy ships on Sunday were ordered to go to the Aegean Sea and be ready to harmonize the operational plan, Greek media reported.
In Brussels the Losses have been Calculated in Case of the Collapse of Schengen
The first to suffer will be transportation, logistics, and labor market. Restoration of the visa regime will cause the tourism industry to lose €10-20 billion a year.
NATO to Provide Support for Europe Migrant Crisis
The goal is to participate in the international efforts to stem the illegal trafficking and the illegal migration in the region.
Turkey and Greece Asked NATO to Patrol the Aegean Sea
It is reported that Turkey has declared that it is ready to accept refugees rescued at sea or caught by NATO.
Rise Of Anti-Islamic Moods in Europe
At present multi-ethnic and multi cultural Europe needs to develop a new strategy which will ensure the peaceful co-existence of the representatives of different cultures, otherwise we will witness sharp increase of extremist anti-Islamic moods in the Europe, which will threaten the values of the Europe with the long-centuries history of civilization.
The International Focus on German-Turkish Talks
Most of the European sources insist that Merkel’s mission to Turkey was unaccomplished and that she returned empty handed to Germany.
The EU Urges Turkey to Accept Refugees
According to Mogherini the EU was providing funding to Turkey to make sure it had the "means, the instruments, the resources to protect and to host people that are seeking asylum".
EU States Provide Money to Keep Migrants in Turkey
The countries' contributions will be calculated according to their national GDP.
Sweden Masked Gang 'Targeted Migrants' in Stockholm
It was followed on Saturday morning by a demonstration at the nearby Norrmalms Torg organised by the anti-immigration Sweden Democrat party, which called for the government to resign over its handling of the refugee crisis.
Sweden to Expel up to 100,000 Migrants
Sweden, which is home to 9.8 million people, is one of the European Union countries that has taken in the largest number of refugees in relation to its population.
Turkey wants more money from EU for refugee aid
Ankara now wants 5 billion euros.
40% Germans Want Angela Merkel to Leave her Post
Germans want Chancellor Angela Merkel to resign because of her refugee policy.
Nationals from Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia not be Granted Asylum in Germany
According to the source, the move is part of new measures a
EC Criticized Greece for Seriously Neglecting Its Obligations
In a draft report approved by Schengen members, Greece will be given three months to improve.
German Foreign Minister Called not to Forget the Lessons of the Past
On January 27 the world celebrates the International Holocaust Remembrance Day and the 71st anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz.
Denmark to Legally Seize Migrants Valuables Worth €1,300
Denmark may establish a public auction to sell valuables seized by police from refugees.
3 Billion Euros to be Delivered to Turkey Soon
It’s not pocket money, it’s money that goes to projects.
Macedonia Closed Border with Greece
Police mentioned that because of this migrants remain in Macedonia and have a negative effect on the life in the country.
Migrants from Syria and Eritrea Institute Legal Proceedings against German Migration Office
The refugees are urging the migration authorities to accelerate their asylum applications process so that they can work and study.
Migrants' Crimes in Cologne Grow
In 2015, more than 10% of all suspects investigated by police in the Rhineland city were from "North African countries".
German Finance Minister Suggests Introducing Gasoline Tax in Migrant Crisis
Germany have allowed in large numbers of refugees, while many other countries are reluctant to share the burden.
Italy Against the EU Deal with Turkey
General discontent of Italy, as well as Greece, comes from the fact that tens of thousands of refugees generally enter European countries through these states.
Public Mood in Germany has Changed After Cologne Events
On January 11 in Leipzig there was even a march held with the participation of several thousand people. The protesters were shouting nationalist slogans and insults addressed to Chancellor Angela Merkel, who accepted more than one million immigrants only last year.
Pope Calls to Think of a Creative Strategy for Migrant Crisis
He also added that it is possible to both "protect the rights of its citizens and to ensure assistance and acceptance to migrants".
The German Authorities to Spend € 17 Billion on Migrants in 2016
At the end of November 965 thousand refugees were recorded in Germany.
Turkey and Eight EU States to Discuss Syrian Refugee Issue
The acceptance process of the refugees will begin in the first six months of 2016.
Anti-Immigration Party Wins Again: This Time in France
Marine Le Pen and her 25-year-old niece Marion Marechal-Le Pen broke the symbolic 40 percent mark in their respective regions, shattering previous records for the party as they tapped into voter anger over a stagnant economy and security fears.
Greece Faces Exclusion from the Schengen Zone
Four senior European diplomatic sources told the publication that on Friday the interior ministers of the EU will make Athens understand the inevitability of harsh reaction if Greece does not take measures until the EU summit, scheduled for mid-December.
Turkey-EU Summit: From the Question of Refugees to Visa-Free Regime
It should be recalled that the Turkish authorities have repeatedly stated that they have already spent around $ 8.5 billion on refugees, while the volume of international aid does not reach even half a billion dollars.
Mass Clashes between Hundreds of Asylum Seekers in Berlin
Several people were arrested at the fight that started in the food distribution queues at the former airport of Tempelhof, which has been turned into a temporary accommodation for 1,200 refugees.
Migrants Clashed with Macedonian Police
An angry crowd surged towards lines of Macedonian police and began throwing stones. The police responded with tear gas and stun grenades, driving the crowd back. Some officers threw stones.
Islamaphobia Grows in Europe after Paris Attacks
Most often girls and women aged 14 to 45 who wear hijabs are subjected to these attacks. The attackers are mostly local men aged 15 to 35 and a large number of such incidents occur in public places.
Swedish Border Checks Introduced
The Nordic nation that touts itself as a "humanitarian superpower" has welcomed more asylum-seeking refugees per capita than any other EU country.
Lagarde on the Advantages of Receiving Migrants
The head of the International Monetary Fund explained the advantages of receiving migrants – they can boost a country’s labour force, encourage investment and stimulate growth.
Anti-Migration Party Wins in Croatian Elections
The State Election Commission announced that "Patriotic Coalition" will have 60 seats in the 151-seat parliament, while "Croatia is growing" social-democratic coalition will be able to claim only 55 mandates.
The Migrants Rioted in Calais: 16 Policemen Wounded
The riots began on Monday night when 200 people from the so-called "jungle" - the spontaneous settlements of illegal migrants - attempted to block the ring road.
Merkel Under Pressure for Her Unwillingness to Build Barriers for Migrants
German Chancellor warned about the danger of an armed conflict in case Germany closed the border with Austria which caused a lot of criticism in her address.
EC will Develop a Proposal to Amend the Dublin Agreement
Dublin agreement of 1990 years, which was signed by all EU member states, provided that the responsibility for examining the asylum rests with the country whose border crossing was originally a refugee at the entrance to the EU.
Merkel: Migran Crisis Can Not be Resolved without Turkey
"We will not solve the refugee problem completely, we need, among other things, further talks with Turkey for that," Merkel said. "Only with Turkey we can switch illegality to legality. It is very important that (European) Commission discusses further the migration agenda with Turkey," she said.
Migrant Crisis: Balkan States Threaten Border Closures
The International Organization for Migration said that more than 9,000 migrants arrived in Greece every day last week - the highest rate so far this year.
Anti-Migration Party Gains Most Seats Swiss Elections
Immigration was the central topic for voters amid a rush of asylum seekers from the Middle East and North Africa to Europe.
EU-Turkey Warming Relations?
Irrespective of what was agreed between Turkey and Germany, there is still a lot Turkey should do to be accepted in the EU family.
Hungary Has Closed Its Borders With Croatia
Hungary has closed its borders with Croatia by midnight 16 October to stem the flow of migrants and refugees, while Croatia is planning to send them onwards to Slovenia
Poland to Support Hungary Protect the Country's Border with Serbia
We will send five very specialized cars with night vision...
Who and How Treats Refugees in Europe?
French in their turn seem to treat the migrants in a more human way. Some French media reported that the French Railways will transport the refugees free of charge "for humanitarian reasons".
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16:01Blockaded Nagorno Karabakh launches fundraiser to support quake-hit Syria
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15:43Ararat Mirzoyan Held a Telephone Conversation with Sergey Lavrov
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14:475 Day Weather Forecast in Armenia
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