Another 67 migrants reach Greek island of Kythera on sailboat
More than 230 migrants and refugees reached the Greek island of Kythera on three sailboats this week. The island doesn't usually see many migrant or refugee arrivals.
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Terms and acronyms that asylum seekers need to know in Italy
Some of the information for asylum seekers and refugees in Italy is not always available in the languages an asylum seeker might understand. On top of that, they are expected to know the meaning of a lot of abbreviations and acronyms. Here are a few of the most important terms to know.
Belgium rejects asylum claims of hundreds of Afghans
Hundreds of Afghans have had their asylum applications refused by Belgian authorities. They could face deportation to Afghanistan, where the Belgian Commissioner General for Refugees says the security situation has improved.
Ethiopians at crossroads as they flee Ukraine
Many Ethiopians with ties to Ukraine who have fled the war are safe from Russian bombs but remain trapped. DW spoke with one Ethiopian family, who have managed to reach Germany, about their journey out of the war zone.
Special protection for Ukrainian refugees in the EU: What's the 'Temporary Protection Directive'?
The European Union EU is trying to forge a common response to the Ukrainian refugee crisis and has proposed to activate – for the first time – a special directive that would grant temporary protection to all war refugees. What are the details?
Unaccompanied minors, Afghans drive rise in asylum applications
Asylum applications in Europe rose in 2021 to pre-pandemic levels, partly due to the crisis in Afghanistan. Claims from Bangladesh nationals were higher than ever before.
Germany and Netherlands suspend deportations to Afghanistan
Germany and the Netherlands reversed course and decided to allow failed Afghan asylum seekers to stay temporarily amid the growing conflict in Afghanistan.
Refugees: 'Residence of peace' ready in southern Italy
Housing facilities at the Fondazione Città della Pace in the southern towns of Sant'Arcangelo and Scanzano Jonico, in the Basilicata region, are ready to host the first families of refugees with children, the organization said on August 3. The initiative is supported by actress Sharon Stone.
Fashion training program for refugees kicks off
The National Chamber of Italian Fashion (CNMI) on June 20 presented its project "Fashion Deserves the World," thanks to which 15 young refugees and migrants who want to have a career in fashion will be able to study and find work in Italian companies.
Migration to Europe in 2020: The year in pictures
This year was especially difficult for many migrants and refugees in Europe, and those attempting to reach Europe. The coronavirus pandemic exacerbated hardships, while fires at Moria camp on Lesbos left thousands without shelter. Here's a look at some of the most important moments of 2020.
More recognized refugees coming to Germany from Greece
Germany's interior ministry warns in a paper that there could be a rise in so-called "secondary migration" of recognized refugees traveling from Greece to Germany. According to reports, there already has been a rise in asylum applications of recognized refugees coming from Greece.
Picture: Controversy about 'wrapping up' of migrant monument in Lampedusa
A monument on the island of Lampedusa by the artist Christo and titled "Gateway to Europe" was "packed up" with plastic bags and tape on the night of June 2. Despite wrapping being a signature style of the artist, who died late last month, the move has sparked controversy.