Migrations

Italy signs agreement to welcome Tunisian migrant workers

Italy signs agreement to welcome Tunisian migrant workers

Italian authorities signed on Friday an agreement to welcome some 4,000 Tunisian workers, in line with commitments made to help the North African state stem migrant pressure at its borders. “The deal was signed during a visit by Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani to Tunis, where he was scheduled to meet …

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“At least 655 Ethiopians killed by Saudi guards”- HRW

At least 655 Ethiopians killed by Saudi guards- HRW

Human Rights Watch has accused Saudi Arabian border guards of systematically killing hundreds of Ethiopian economic migrants trying to cross from war-torn Yemen, the BBC reported. The rights group said at least 655 people have been killed by guards since early last year. Some were shot, others killed or maimed …

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At least 92 refugees found naked at Greece-Turkey border

At least 92 refugees found naked at Greece-Turkey border

Ninety-two refugees were found naked after being forced, according to Athens, to cross the Evros river separating Turkey from Greece. The European border surveillance agency Frontex confirmed to AFP “the rescue of 92 migrants on Friday” with the help of the Greek authorities, according to a spokeswoman, Paulina Bakula. “The …

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Zimbabwe: Harare concerned about treatment of its citizens in South Africa

Zimbabwe: Harare concerned about treatment of its citizens in South Africa

Zimbabwean government has expressed concern about the treatment of its nationals in South Africa, which has seen an increase in attacks and violence against foreigners. In recent months, South African government officials have spoken out against the alleged involvement of foreign nationals, particularly Zimbabweans, in violent crimes. Zimbabwe has the …

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