UPDATED: French President Francois Hollande said on Tuesday there was "no question" of introducing a migrant quota system in Europe, as proposed by the European Commission.
Val says what a troubled world we live in, with thousands of people risking their lives in boats and crafts not suitable for the number of bodies packed in. How desperate they must have felt to do this and what hopes for them and the millions left behind in countries where their particular race or sect is not recognised or where they are threatened with death constantly. What a horror living like that. All governments of the world must find a solution and not just save lives but help to make life worth living. We are not just responsible for ourselves in this life, caring and having feelings for other human beings is what raises us above animals. Comments to taglines82@gmail.com
