Migrant crisis: How Europe went from Merkel's 'We can do it' ten years ago to pulling up the drawbridge
Summary
Europe's approach to migration has changed significantly since 2015. Back then, Germany welcomed refugees, but now many countries are imposing stricter controls. This shift is due to political pressures and concerns about security and economic impacts.Key Facts
- Over one million migrants arrived in Europe in 2015, mainly fleeing conflicts in Syria, Afghanistan, and Iraq.
- During this time, German Chancellor Angela Merkel said "We can do it," signaling a welcoming stance towards migrants.
- By September 2015, Germany imposed border controls due to the large influx of asylum seekers.
- Migration has become a major political issue across Europe, influencing voter behavior and politics.
- Support for far-right parties in Europe increased, partly due to anti-immigration sentiments.
- The number of asylum seekers entering Europe has decreased since 2015, but around 200,000 people still arrive each year.
- Many European countries have tightened their immigration policies following initial openness.
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