Fortress Europe
Crossing Borders with the Austrian Activists Helping Refugees in Hungary
This weekend, Austrian activists organised a convoy to deliver aid to refugees stranded in Hungary.
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This weekend, at least 12,000 asylum seekers crossed into Austria and Germany after Austria opened its border with Hungary.
'Refugees Will Break the Wall': On the Frontlines of Hungary’s Immigration Fence
VICE News visited the latest fence around Fortress Europe — between Hungary and Serbia. Right-wing politicians argue that it is vital to keep out migrants, but for now it can also just be walked around.
Moroccan Migrant Suffocates in Suitcase While Trying to Reach Spain
The 27-year-old man was attempting to cross into Spain from the country's enclave of Melilla on the North African coast and the suitcase was inside the trunk of his brother's car, who has been arrested.
Migrant Welfare: Who's Responsible? (Excerpt from 'Migrants Stranded on Kos: Europe or Die')
In this excerpt, VICE News interviews the mayor of Kos and a government representative, where neither can agree on who should be responsible for meeting migrants' basic needs as they arrive on the Greek island.
Migrants Stranded on Kos: Europe or Die
With reports focusing on holiday-makers on the Greek island of Kos feeling "disgusted" by the recent influx of refugees, VICE News investigates how officials are failing to meet the minimum EU standards for refugee reception.
Stranded on Kos: Europe or Die (Trailer)
Coming soon: With some reports focusing on holiday-makers on the Greek island of Kos feeling "disgusted" by the influx of refugees, VICE News investigates how officials are failing to meet even the minimum EU standards for refugee reception.
London Activists Held a 'Die-In' for the Migrants Killed in the Mediterranean
About 200 people shut down three lanes of traffic all around Westminster during rush hour.
Italy Backs Controversial Plan to Build Migrant Reception Centers in North Africa
At a European Commission meeting today, Italy supported a proposal to build a series of immigration facilities that would process potential immigrants into the EU.
New Greek Government Vows to End Raids Against Immigrants
A Greek immigration official said Wednesday that leaders plan to do away with operation “Xenios Zeus” — sweeps intended to crack down on illegal immigration in Athens.