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Afghan Turmoil Raises Migration Fears in Europe

Published: Aug. 24, 2021  4:33 p.m.  GMT+8
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Two refugees from Afghanistan take Italian lessons in Molfetta, Italy, on Friday. Photo: VCG
Two refugees from Afghanistan take Italian lessons in Molfetta, Italy, on Friday. Photo: VCG

(Oxford Analytica) — European fears of another migration crisis have escalated following the Taliban’s capture of Kabul, Afghanistan’s capital, on Aug.15. A significant rise in Afghan refugees is unlikely over the coming weeks due to geographical barriers, but European governments are bracing themselves for a significant rise over the coming months. Greek Migration Minister Notis Mitarachi says the EU is not prepared for another migration crisis.

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