Experts: With Winter Near, Europe Needs to Do More for Refugees

Europe’s largest humanitarian crisis since World War II is far from over. Refugees in huge numbers are traveling through the Balkans to reach their destinations in the rich countries of the European Union. But as winter approaches, there is an urgent need for more funds to accommodate the migrants. Mild weather in Europe has so far contributed to the continuing high numbers of migrants arriving in Europe via the Mediterranean. But with harsh winter conditions expected soon in the...

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