Africans fleeing Ukraine accuse Germany of double standards
After suffering racism while fleeing the war in Ukraine, many Africans say they are now experiencing further discrimination in Germany.
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Racism in Germany is part of everyday life
Most Germans recognize that racism exists in their society, affecting not only minorities but everybody who lives here. The country's first National Discrimination and Racism report has found some surprising results.
Denmark to open medical clinics for Ukrainian refugees
Denmark is planning to open four advanced medical clinics which will focus solely on treating the growing number of Ukrainian refugees to ease pressure on the country's healthcare system. The plans present a stark contrast to the government's recent policies towards refugees from non-European states.
German charged with murder of Ghanaian asylum seeker in 1991
A man in Germany has been arrested and charged with murder more than 30 years after an arson attack on a shelter for asylum seekers in the city of Saarlouis. A young Ghanaian had died of severe burns and smoke inhalation.
French Presidential Election 2022: Extreme-right candidate Zemmour's radical 'remigration' plan
The extreme-right candidate Eric Zemmour has proposed to create, if he is elected president, a ministry of "remigration". The goal: "to send back one million" foreigners in five years on charter flights, and to get rid of "illegal immigrants, delinquents and foreign criminals, and foreigners on file". This proposal is riddled with problems.
Ukrainian refugees receive warm welcome in Calais – while other migrants remain marginalized
Ukrainians fleeing the war in their country are getting to enjoy special treatment in Calais, France. Their experience appears to differ from what other refugees and migrants have witnessed there in recent years. Some NGOs are now calling French authorities out on double standards, which France is still at loggerheads with Britain across the English Channel over its migration policy for Ukrainian refugees.
Nigerian denounces 'two lines to flee Ukraine'
Alexander Somto Orah, a 25 year-old Nigerian man, has denounced racism in Ukraine. He said there were two lines at the train station in Kyiv for those who wanted to get on a train to cross the border: one for Ukrainians and Europeans and another for Africans, Asians and people of color.
Hungary welcomes those fleeing Ukraine but not 'illegal migrants'
Hungary has taken in the second-largest number of people fleeing Ukraine behind Poland. But the government, notorious for its strict anti-immigration laws, has made it clear that hospitality would only be extended to those "legally staying on the territory of Ukraine".
Ukraine, eastern EU states accused of discriminating against non-Ukrainian refugees
As the European Union welcomes tens of thousands of Ukrainian refugees fleeing war with open arms, thousands of non-EU nationals living in Ukraine are apparently having a hard time leaving the country. Migration experts, activists and refugee aid groups are calling for equal treatment of members of any nationality trying to escape.
'We all need to be anti-racists' – Germany appoints first federal anti-racism commissioner
Germany's new state minister for integration, Reem Alabali-Radovan, has now been appointed anti-racism commissioner of the German government, too. The 31-year-old politician says victims of racism need more protection, support and respect.
Italy's League party urges 'rules' for migrants in Sicily
The far-right League party in Sicily has proposed to introduce behavioural 'rules' to urge migrants to respect public spaces and local inhabitants. The suggestion has sparked outcry and complaints of racism.
Germany condemns extremism on Hanau attack anniversary
Two years ago, nine people from an immigrant background were shot dead by a far-right extremist in the western city of Hanau, near Frankfurt. Numerous memorial services were held across Germany to remember the victims.