#migrant crossings

[lucydacusgirl]

Why is everybody crazy and evil now like normal ass people will just be crazy and evil.

[isawthismeme]

Why do Repugnicans have such short memories? They still don’t see their own party voting against fixing the border crisis to win petty political battles.

[feckcops]

The migrant shipwreck near Greece is a horrible tragedy – but it wasn’t an accident

“The Greek coast guard’s conflicting account states that the vessel was first spotted by Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, at midday on Tuesday, June 13. It claims that once it achieved contact, those on board repeatedly stated that ‘the boat was not in danger, they wanted no help other than food and water, and that they wished to continue on to Italy.’ The coast guard states that at 1:40 a.m., the boat ceased moving, and at 2:04 a.m., a coast guard floating vessel reported that the trawler had capsized.

“International legal experts have noted that even if those on board the trawler said they did not want to be rescued, the coast guard had the obligation to independently evaluate if it was seaworthy and intervene if it was not. Photos of the trawler show that it was clearly overpacked, those on board did not appear to be wearing life vests, and the vessel was not flying any flag …

“These tragedies are no accident, but a product of political choices. Over the past decade, the EU has reduced access to asylum and made arriving on the continent ever more difficult — increasing policing and surveillance along its borders, erecting and expanding walls, and illegally pushing back thousands of people …

“There are years of evidence that Greece and Frontex regularly engage in and cooperate on illegal pushbacks — pushing migrants back over the border despite their right to seek asylum. In recent years, these pushbacks have been stepped up, both on the country’s northern land border and at sea. Those caught on the northern border are usually beaten, robbed of their phones and all their valuables, often stripped naked, and put in boats on the river Évros. People who arrive on Greek islands are usually gathered up, put on rubber boats, and abandoned at sea. Boats intercepted in the Aegean Sea are often damaged or have their engines removed, or else the Hellenic Coast Guard will simply tow them back to Turkish waters.”

[abirdie]

Gael García Bernal in Desierto (2015, dir. Jonás Cuarón)

(these gifs also feature Alondra Hidalgo)

Gifs are all 540px wide so you can click to see larger.

[other gael filmography gifsets]

[atlxolotl]

La traversée (2021)

dir. Florence Miailhe

A small village looted in darkness, a family forced to flee. The two oldest children, Kyona and Adriel are quickly separated from their parents facing the road of exile alone. They embark on a journey which takes them from childhood to adolescence in search of shelter, peace and the hope of finding refuge and their family.

The writing of the film began in 2006 at the Royal Abbey of Notre-Dame de Fontevraud , where Florence Miailhe was invited in residence by Xavier Kawa-Topor.

Florence Miailhe is inspired by her family history and the sketchbooks of her mother, the painter Mireille Miailhe , but also by the drama of today's migrants, notably documented by her husband, the photographer Patrick Zachmann.

The writing of the film began in 2006 at the Royal Abbey of Notre-Dame de Fontevraud , where Florence Miailhe was invited in residence by Xavier Kawa-Topor. It took producer Dora Benousilio ten years to gather the necessary funding, while developing the project.

The film is made in animated painting, a technique which Florence Miailhe has made a specialty of.

«A poignant odyssey of migrant children, as if straight out of a painting by Chagall» -- Télérama

[curly-fried]

I think people are under estimating how racist southern Europe is

[ukdailymail]

French police ram speedboat into overcrowded migrant vessel

[mannyblacque]

John Oliver dropping straight 💯 facts. Finally, someone says it.

THERE IS NO FUCKING INVASION!

[news-buzz]

Police arrest five suspected Channel migrant smugglers in dawn raids a | UK | News News Buzz

Five men have been arrested and charged as part of a major investigation into illegal migrant smuggling from the UK to France. The National Crime Agency (NCA) made arrests in dawn raids across London yesterday November 20, which NCA branch commander Chris Hill has called a “key moment” for investigations into large-scale criminal networks. The suspects were arrested in connection with the…

[isawthismeme]

[trendynewsnow]

Trial of Venezuelan Migrant José Ibarra in the Murder of Nursing Student Laken Riley

Trial of Venezuelan Migrant Charged with Murder: A Closer Look On Monday, the courtroom filled with tension as details emerged regarding the Venezuelan migrant, José Ibarra, charged with the tragic killing of Laken Riley. This high-profile trial is garnering significant attention, particularly from supporters of President-elect Donald J. Trump, who has proposed a stringent immigration…

[head-post]

Dutch minister Faber announces border controls

The Netherlands will become the last Schengen member state to introduce internal controls at land borders with neighbouring countries, SchengenNews reports.

As announced by Dutch Minister of Migration Marjolein Faber, the country will officially introduce controls at land borders from December 9, 2024.

Minister Faber made this announcement in a press release after cabinet approval. In addition to the statement, the minister also explained that the measure is being introduced in an attempt to tackle illegal migration into the country and to combat human trafficking.

According to Minister Faber, the time has come to concretely address these two issues and he emphasised that border controls are a measure that must be put in place. He said:

“It is time to tackle irregular migration and migrant smuggling in a concrete way. That is why we will start reintroducing border controls in the Netherlands from the beginning of December.”

The Dutch authorities explained that the border controls will be in place for six months. This means that the measure, which will be introduced on the second Monday in December, will initially be in place until June 9, 2025. However, if the situation does not improve, the Netherlands may decide to extend the border controls for a further period.

Currently, the Marechaussee, the Dutch national gendarmerie, conducts random checks at the country’s borders. However, once the measure comes into effect, the checks will become more stringent. Minister Faber said that they will work to minimise the impact of the checks on commuter and economic traffic.

The Dutch decision was influenced by Germany

The Dutch decision to introduce border controls on its land border was influenced by Germany.

Germany decided to introduce checks at all its land borders on September 16 for a period of six months. Since then, anyone entering Germany from any neighbouring country is required to undergo checks.

As explained by German authorities, the main purpose of the increased checks is to put an end to illegal migration.

German authorities said that so far the controls have had a positive effect. It is not yet clear whether the Netherlands will also see a decrease in illegal migration and human trafficking after the introduction of border controls.

In addition to Germany, France has also reintroduced border controls with neighbouring countries, citing illegal migration and terrorist threats.

Read more HERE

[on-break-read-my-last-post]

One man dies in Channel crossing attempt

Baby dead and dozens rescued in Channel sinking

Not nearly enough is being done to support migrants. Instead, they are being demonised. Migrant rights are human rights. We need safe routes for migrants

[paradiseisinthemind]

Brinco

2005, Judi Werthein

Argentinian artist Werthein set up a trainer brand, Brinco (‘jump’ in Spanish) in 2005. She distributed the trainers free of charge to people attempting to cross the border illegally in Tijuana, Mexico. At the same time, just over the border in the US city of San Diego, she sold the shoes as ‘limited edition’ art objects for over $200 a pair. Werthein donated part of the money she raised to a Tijuana shelter helping migrants in need.

The trainer’s design includes eagle motifs inspired by American and Mexican national symbols, and an image of Saint Toribio Romo, the patron saint of Mexican migrants. The shoes also feature a torch, a compass and pockets to hide money and medicine. Printed on a removable insole is a map of the border area around Tijuana.

Werthein had the Brinco trainers produced cheaply in China. Many global companies manufacture products in countries where labour is cheap and often poorly regulated. The artist hopes to draw attention to how easily goods move between countries, compared with the strict regulations around the movement of people. The same governments that allow the import of cheap goods from overseas often strictly control, and actively discourage, migrants from entering the country in search of better living conditions.

"Goods can cross any border that people cannot"