Israel's bid to remove African migrants a 'lose-lose' offer, say advocates

Eritrean refugees smoke water pipes and drink at a makeshift cafe

Eritrean refugees smoke water pipes and drink at a makeshift cafe Source: AAP

Israel is trying to convince thousands of African migrants living illegally in the country to leave, offering money and an air ticket.


The Africans have been described by Israeli officials as a threat to the nation's social fabric, with one government minister even referring to them as "a cancer".


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