Europe is at a crossroad: in front of masses of foreigners it could be tempted to close the door. It would mean, on the earth, to erect walls or stretch spiny yarns. On open sea, it would mean to repudiate and violatie the law of the sea. As a matter of fact, this door would inevitably be demolished. On the other hand, Europe could decide to keep the door open and try to govern this phenomenon adopting welcome and cooperation policies, creating new opportunities and rights for different types of refugees (political, economic, environmental). All of the mentioned suggests reflecting on peace, rights and the environment. Immigration is first of all and foremost an individual story, the story of those who seek hospitality and non-violence.