Migration to the EU has led to a record population of 450.4 million, with migration being the sole driver of growth due to more deaths than births since 2012. In 2024, the EU saw a net migration of 2.3 million, compensating for a natural decline of 1.3 million. The ageing population and low birth rates pose challenges for welfare systems. France, Germany, and Italy have the largest populations, while Malta, Ireland, and Luxembourg saw the highest growth rates. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)