The UK and France have agreed on a 'one in, one out' migrant exchange deal to deter dangerous crossings of the English Channel, allowing each country to return migrants without family ties and grant asylum to others with connections, amid ongoing migration challenges and EU objections.
Archaeologists discovered a 4,000-5,000-year-old infant's remains in Italy, revealing rare European genetic links through advanced DNA analysis, suggesting long-distance prehistoric connections across Europe.
The collapse of the Dutch parliament and the resignation of Prime Minister Mark Rutte highlight the polarized debate over immigration in Europe. The disagreement over stricter immigration measures and the handling of asylum seekers led to the collapse of Rutte's coalition. While migration to Europe has not reached the levels seen in 2015 and 2016, economic fallout from the pandemic, conflicts in Ukraine and parts of Africa, and political instability have contributed to increased migration. The rise of right-wing parties and anti-migrant sentiment in Europe further complicates the issue. Despite efforts to find a common solution, the future of European immigration policy remains uncertain.