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2026-08-07 17:40:09

Spain threatens Italy with retaliation over migrant checks

Italy refuses to yield to Spain's ultimatum over border checks imposed after the Ceuta migrant crisis, citing security risks. Spain threatens reciprocal measures if controls persist beyond Sunday, deepening EU migration policy tensions between Meloni and Sánchez. read more

2026-08-04 11:00:44

Crying Boy Saved From Deportation at Spanish Border

A crying 12-year-old boy in Ceuta pleaded with Spanish soldiers not to return him to Morocco, halting repatriation after residents intervened. Spain has returned 69,500 migrants over four days following a massive border surge. read more

2026-07-30 15:20:04

Ceuta pleads for army as thousands of migrants flood in

Ceuta's leader calls for army deployment as thousands of African migrants, mainly Moroccans, enter the Spanish enclave by sea. Spain refuses to declare a national emergency, citing legal limits, while reception centers overflow. read more

2026-03-17 09:00:44

Invisible Shipwrecks Claim Lives in Mediterranean

The deadliest start to a year for Mediterranean migrants is marked by "invisible shipwrecks." Over 682 are missing in 2026 as Italy, Tunisia, and Malta restrict rescue data, creating a strategy of silence that obscures the true death toll. read more

2026-02-28 11:30:45

Crete Becomes Europes Deadly Migration Gateway

Irregular migration to Crete tripled in 2025, making it Greece's busiest entry point. The dangerous route from eastern Libya sees increased crossings despite EU plans for tougher measures and expanded Frontex surveillance to combat the surge. read more

2026-02-19 15:40:12

Pope Skips U.S. for Migrant Island on July 4

Pope Leo XIV will visit Lampedusa, a key migrant entry point, on July 4th. The trip coincides with US Independence Day but he will not visit America. His summer includes Italian tours and potential future travel to Africa and South America. read more

2024-09-12 12:40:07

Greece Warns Germany on Schengen Zone Changes Amid Migration Dispute

Greece's Prime Minister warns Germany against unilaterally scrapping the Schengen zone to tackle migration, emphasizing the need for a fair compromise among European countries. Germany's plan for tighter border controls sparks concerns about strained relations with other EU states. read more

2024-07-23 10:30:04

Thousands of migrant children arrive alone in Spain's Canary Islands, causing a crisis. Overwhelmed local officials seek help as they struggle to care for minors fleeing poverty and conflict. The region is urging other areas to share responsibility as the situation worsens. read more