(Source: University of Connecticut) Syrian refugees walk outside their tents at a camp for internally displaced persons in Atmeh, Syria, adjacent to the Turkish border. (iStock Photo) Since war in Syria broke out in 2011, refugees fleeing the devastating conflict - now joined by thousands (mostly young men) of all nationalities - continue to flood into Europe. So far this year, more than one million have entered the continent seeking refuge or jobs, straining government resources and spawning a political backlash in many countries. The European Union (EU) predicts another 3 million asylum-seekers could enter the 28-member bloc next year, underscoring that the pace of new arrivals shows no...
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