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Migration "testing the EU on all kinds of fronts"

Reality Check: EU and refugee policy, Australia's new Prime Minister, Hungary's refugee laws, Greek election, Modern Albania.

Hungary sealed its border with Serbia last night, and new, harsh laws controlling entry into the country came into effect. Now, anyone attempting to cross the border without the correct paperwork will face prosecution and a possible prison sentence.

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Refugees who have already crossed into Hungary continue to stream towards Austria

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EU Commissioner for Migration and Home Affairs Dimitris Avramopoulos

Migration and International Law expert, Andreas Schlönhardt, discusses whether this move is at odds with Hungary's obligations under the 1951 Refugee Convention.

EU under pressure

Sandra Gathmann reports from Brussels as the EU comes under increasing pressure to find a workable policy on refugees.

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Malcolm Turnbull was sworn in today, after a dramatic 24 hours

Australia's new Prime Minister

After a dramatic turnaround yesterday in Australia's ruling conservative "Liberal Party", Malcolm Turnbull has ousted Tony Abbott as Prime Minister.

Karen Percy reports on the political upheaval and its possible fallout.

Greece heads to the polls

Greece holds general elections this weekend, with a great deal at stake. Joanna Kakissis reports from Athens on the key issues and the political mood, amid the economic and migration crises.

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Modern Albania

Fred Abrahams of Human Rights Watch talks about his new book, Modern Albania, and his fascination with the country and its people.

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