refugees
Young Migrants, Some Arriving Without Parents, Seek A Safe Place
In Munich last weekend, 195 children seeking asylum showed up alone. The growing number of unaccompanied minors presents a special challenge to German authorities, who generally don't deport children.
On Greek Island, Syrians And Iraqis Find Respite Before Moving On
NPR's Peter Kenyon sends this postcard from the Greek island of Lesbos, where he met a Syrian woman whose relatives were killed by ISIS, and an Iraqi man who worked with U.S. forces.
Gulf States Fend Off Criticism About Doing Little For Syrian Refugees
As domestic and international criticism mounts, Saudi Arabia and its peers are under pressure to review their policies toward migrants and refugees. They say they're already doing a lot to help.
Croatia, Hungary Trade Refugees And Harsh Words
Zagreb has begun sending thousands of migrants back to hard-line Hungary, sparking a war of words between the two nations over border security.
For Syrian Migrants, Many Reasons To Leave Turkey For Europe
Migrants in Turkey are increasingly worried about their prospects of settling in Europe. Many vow to keep going, despite the uncertainty and risk.
A Former Hungarian Leader Hosts Migrants, Despite Government Crackdown
Ferenc Gyurcsany, Hungary's prime minister from 2004 to 2009, and his wife have opened their home to give Syrian migrants "one normal night." A new law criminalizing such actions won't stop them.
As Hungary Seals Its Borders, A Rush To Make It Across
A military operation closed Hungary's borders Monday. With other countries also tightening restrictions, refugees wonder where they'll end up.
For Syrian Refugees, Needs Are Growing And Aid Is Declining
The U.N. refugee agency has received less than half the $4.5 billion needed to help Syrians who have fled to neighboring countries. As conditions worsen, many are opting to risk the journey to Europe.
Trained In Budapest, Middle Eastern Doctors Return To Aid Migrants
Budapest's medical school attracts students from all over the world. Many return to their countries of origin to practice medicine. Some graduates have come back to Budapest now to care for refugees.