Germany to expect 750,000 refugees in 2015

August 18, 2015 19:49

The number of refugees seeking asylum in Germany could surge to 750,000 this year, according to reports citing official projections.

The government in Berlin had earlier forecast that 450,000 asylum seekers could arrive in 2015, but is now set to increase that to 650,000 or higher.

Germany has seen a wave of migration from Syria and the Balkans.UN High Commissioner for Refugees Antonio Guterres said more countries in Europe should share the burden.

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