European Commission seeks to stop migration flows from Libya
On Wednesday 25 January, the European Commission revealed its strategy for blocking the migration flows along the Central Mediterranean Route, especially around Libya. The short-term measurements are intended to significantly reduce crossings before this summer. The measurements include additional support to the Libyan coast guard, strengthening border authorities in North African countries and increasing returns.
News highlights: Arrests in Eritrea, Fortress Europe, RSF Act in Sudan
In this week’s news highlights, we would like to update you on the latest events concerning recent developments related to the Horn of Africa, outcomes of the debate on migration with the new Maltese presidency in the European parliament and EU’s migration strategy.
News highlights: the first weeks of January 2017
This post is the first of what we intend as a regular roundup about recent developments concerning refugees, human trafficking and the Horn of Africa. Our aim is to send this update on a weekly basis.