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In a surprising move, Germany is calling for 'safe zones' to be set up in North Africa for refugees heading for Europe. German Interior Minister Otto Schily says such centers would enable the bloc to turn back refugee ships such as the 'Cap Anamur,' which made its way to Italy last month. However, the European Commission appears cautious, and the United Nations has long indicated that the idea contravenes international law. However, EU officials note the bloc needs to do something, as economic migrants threaten to clog its asylum systems."
