Of the more than 2.5 million Syrians displaced by conflict, more and more are making the harrowing trip to Europe’s shore. They seek the promise of safety and security — but death, detention, and disappointment often follow.
Of the estimated 2.5 million refugees that have fled Syria, most have fled first to Jordan, Turkey, Lebanon, Iraq, and Egypt, according to UNHCR.
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As conditions in these countries becomes increasingly difficult, Syrian refugees are making the treacherous journey, both legally and illegally, across the Mediterranean to Europe.
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Desperate for help and often without proper documentation, many pay thousands of dollars for rides in cramped and unsafe vessels.
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UNHCR reported in September that 47,000 Syrians had sought asylum in the European Union since the start of the conflict.
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