It’s Italy – specifically the island of Sicily, where political restrictions on immigration are also controversial, and are taking their toll on local residents as well as immigrants. Sicily is a common point of arrival, as it is a relatively short boat trip from North Africa. Immigration restrictions harm residentsIn response to the influx, politicians in Italy and across Europe have expressed concern about the number of migrants and refugees. They processed individuals as they disembarked by recording their details and initiating applications for immigration status. Thousands of logistical and humanitarian workers lost their jobs.

Source: The North Africa Journal January 22, 2020 13:30 UTC