Afghan Turmoil Raises Migration Fears in Europe

(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.