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Research | Nov 21, 2023

The new normal of EU migration policies in the Central Mediterranean

“No one came to our rescue”: MSF’s new report documents how European states have knowingly put people’s lives at risk by delaying or failing to coordinate rescues and facilitating forced returns.

News | Aug 24, 2023

MSF closes medical operations in Tripoli, Libya

Tripoli has become an increasingly challenging environment for international organizations.

Story | Jul 13, 2023

A treacherous journey

How increasingly inhumane policies are making it more dangerous—and deadly—for people to seek safety in Europe.

Story | Nov 11, 2022

"All I wish now is to feel safe": Stories from survivors rescued at sea

Story | Nov 11, 2022

Survivors on board Geo Barents ship safely disembark in Italy after harmful delays

All 572 people assisted by MSF team finally reach a place of safety.

Story | Aug 03, 2022

European states must launch search and rescue operations to prevent more deaths at sea

Story | Jul 21, 2022

The migration double standard

International solidarity and support for Ukrainian refugees show humane migration policy is possible. So why are people fleeing other countries treated differently?

Story | Jun 28, 2022

Central Mediterranean: Twenty-two people missing, and a pregnant woman died after tragic rescue

Research | Jun 17, 2022

Out of Libya

Opening safe pathways for vulnerable migrants stuck in Libya.

Story | Jun 17, 2022

 “Trying to cross the sea is facing death, but staying in Libya is facing death too”