In recent months, more than 340,000 people have attempted the dangerous journey to Europe to escape from brutal conflicts in places like Syria. But there’s been confusion and debate over the use of the words migrant and refugee to describe the plight of those on the run. We explain the differences.
In recent months, nearly 340,000 people have attempted the dangerous journey to Europe to escape from brutal wars and sectarian conflicts in places like Syria, Afghanistan and regions in Africa.
But there’s been confusion and debate over the use of the words migrant and refugee to describe the plight of those on the run. As Europe struggles to cope with the greatest number of displaced people since the Second World War, here’s a closer look at the distinct differences between a migrant and refugee.