Aid Groups Exit Overcrowded Asylum Center | Amsterdam News

Aid groups are pulling out of the Ter Apel asylum center amid escalating safety concerns, citing repeated incidents fueled by a small, disruptive group of men not seeking asylum themselves. Volunteers and workers say they can no longer guarantee their safety, halting support starting Saturday. For weeks, they’ve helped vulnerable asylum seekers outside the overcrowded facility — now, the Red Cross and VluchtelingenWerk warn the crisis stems from a broken system overwhelmed by arrivals. Local officials agree, noting rising violence and clashes between groups, despite increased security. They stress the only real solution: building more reception centers nationwide. The asylum minister is calling on municipalities to act — and thanking those already stepping up. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3044da69c09cc532