Nepalis making treacherous trip to Europe through the Balkan route
Summary
Over 100 Nepalis are stranded near Trieste Station in Italy after a perilous journey through the Balkan route seeking asylum and a future in Europe. They face harsh conditions, long waits for asylum processing, and reliance on volunteer aid while navigating dangerous migration corridors.
Key Points
- At least 10 Nepalis arrive daily at a park outside Trieste Central railway station seeking food, clothing, and medical help.
- Nepalis travel the Balkan route to enter Europe, facing dangerous conditions and high costs paid to agents and guides.
- Despite a decline in overall migration through the Balkan route, the number of Nepali migrants at Trieste has increased.
- Migrants endure long waits, harsh shelter conditions, and administrative delays while applying for asylum in Italy.
