Authoritarianism in Eritrea and the migrant crisis

By Zachary Laub, CFR Tens of thousands of Eritreans have arrived at Europe’s shores in recent years seeking asylum. They make up a significant share of the unprecedented stream of migrants and refugees making their way to the European Union, undertaking dangerous journeys while challenging the bloc to find a collective response consistent with refugee

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EU backs migrant crisis naval force

EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini called the approval of the plans ”an absolute record” EU ministers have approved plans to establish a naval force to combat people-smugglers operating from Libya. The aim is to launch the operation next month, with a headquarters in Rome under an Italian admiral, EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini

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