German interior ministry suggests returning migrants at sea to Africa

Germany's interior ministry suggested returning migrants rescued in the Mediterranean Sea to Africa, drawing immediate criticism from opposition parties.

More than four thousand people have died this year trying make make the dangerous crossing to Italy.

Ira Spitzer reports from Berlin.

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