Immigration in Europe

When two Syrian immigrant brothers refused to shake their female teacher’s hand this year, it ignited national outrage in Switzerland.This week, the authorities in the northern canton of Basel-Landschaft ruled that the students, who studied at a public...

As France grapples with radical Islam and a rise in anti-Semitic acts, a growing number of Jews are choosing to settle in the British capital. Source: London Becomes a Leading Destination for French Jews After Attacks - The New York Times

The leaders of the Catholic and Orthodox churches called on Europe to show greater compassion for migrants, a move widely welcomed by migrants as well as residents on the Greek island of Lesbos. Source: Pope And Patriarch Make A Rare Show Of Unity In...

“The countries neighboring Syria—Turkey, Lebanon, Jordan—have been extremely generous to the refugees,” says Michel Gabaudan, president of Refugees International. “But they’re bursting at the seams now, and that’s why we see people moving out. I think...

Apprehension is growing over the arrival of thousands of Muslims raised in countries where anti-Semitism and anti-Israeli sentiment are virulent. Source: Migrant Influx in Germany Raises Fears of Anti-Semitism - The New York Times

A Jewish community leader in the southern city of Marseille has sparked controversy by calling on Jews to stop wearing skullcaps after a teacher was the victim of an anti-Semitic attack. Source: After Attack, An Uproar Over A Call For French Jews To Quit...

The first Arabic-language television talk show in Germany aims to help foster the integration of refugees from Arab countries with a simple message: "Follow the rules!" Source: German TV helps Muslim refugees understand secular law, religious freedom

After fleeing their homeland to escape war and Islamist extremism, many now find that their long trek to the Continent may offer no guarantee of protection. Source: Refugees Across Europe Fear Repercussions From Paris Attacks - The New York Times

Social activist Rokhaya Diallo says that French Muslims shouldn't be expected to answer for the violence in Paris because of their religion — and that they have felt the pain of the attacks, as well. Source: After The Attacks, Activist Reminds: French...

Some Muslim migrants from Afghanistan and Iran are converting to Christianity in Germany. Skeptics claim it is a ploy to gain asylum. Source: For Some Muslim Asylum-Seekers In Germany, Christianity Beckons : Parallels : NPR