Invisible Shipwrecks Claim Lives in Mediterranean
#MigrationCrisis #MediterraneanThe 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
Crete Becomes Europes Deadly Migration Gateway
#MigrationCrisis #EUbordersIrregular 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
Pope Skips U.S. for Migrant Island on July 4
#PopeLeoXIV #MigrationCrisisPope 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
Greece Warns Germany on Schengen Zone Changes Amid Migration Dispute
#MigrationCrisis #EuropeanBordersGreece'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
#MigrationCrisis #EuropeRefugees
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