EU migrant population hits record 64 million

The number of migrants residing in the European Union reached a record 64 million people in 2025, according to a report by the Rockwool Foundation. This figure represents a 60% increase over the past 15 years, up from 40 million migrants in 2010. The data highlights the significant demographic shift and ongoing challenges related to migration and integration within the bloc. The report's release comes amid continued political debates across Europe over immigration policy and border security.