Four migrant workers reportedly burned alive in their car in attack in Italy

Four migrant workers, three from Afghanistan and one from Pakistan, were allegedly burned alive in their car at a petrol station in Amendolara, Calabria, Italy. Surveillance footage appears to show two Pakistani nationals pouring liquid into the vehicle and setting it ablaze, blocking the doors. A fourth Afghan man escaped with burns. Two Pakistani nationals have been arrested for aggravated murder. This incident highlights the widespread exploitation of foreign farm laborers in Italy, often facilitated by a criminal system known as "caporalato." Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has pledged to address the gangmaster system, and the government is increasing inspections and expanding legal immigration channels.

Two Pakistani nationals have been arrested in Italy in connection with the deaths of four migrant farm workers. The victims were found dead inside a minivan that had been set on fire at a petrol station in Calabria. CCTV footage reportedly shows two individuals blocking the van's doors and throwing liquid inside to ignite the blaze. This incident follows a series of at least 14 arsons involving vehicles carrying Pakistanis in the region, suggesting potential tensions over farm work and accommodation. A fifth man from Afghanistan survived the attack and stated the deceased included three Afghans and one Pakistani.