The head of the world’s largest humanitarian network on Monday accused Europe of its “double standard” on migration policies.
The quick acceptance of Ukrainians escaping Russia’s attacks brings Europe’s “double standard” for migrants into question, which is in contradiction with its non-welcome for people fleeing violence in Africa, the Middle East and elsewhere, said Francesco Rocca, president of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies.
Speaking at a news conference, Rocca said he does not think “there is any difference” between someone fleeing eastern Ukraine’s Donbas region and someone fleeing the Boko Haram extremist group in Nigeria.
“Those who are fleeing violence, those who are seeking protection, should be treated equally,” Rocca noted.
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