Zahl der Asylbewerber deutlich gestiegen # 24.01.2012 21 Uhr # Journal Englisch

The ongoing conflicts not only in Syria, but also in Iraq, Afghanistan and Libya has created a flood of refugees finding their way to Europe. The German government says the number of foreigners arriving in the country and applying for asylum has reached the highest level in eight years - some 46-thousand people. Here's a look at the how the violence in Syria has led thousands to flee their homes and head for Europe - where some countries don't recognize them as refugees.