There are no words. What you’ll see in this documentary series is sickening. But there’s no turning away. A close-up-look at those risking their lives to reach Europe, and the forces tasked to keep them out. If you’re also looking for an explainer on the current situation, I recommend this one by Vox.com.

From Weekly Filet #205, in April 2015.

Europe or die

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