Obama says to anticipate refugee problems for decades

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Citing the migrant crisis in the European Union, U.S. President Barack Obama said on Friday that the world should expect refugee problems for decades.

Speaking at a town hall event with U.S. military members, Obama said military conflicts and climate change will contribute to refugee crises.

(Reporting by Julia Edwards; Editing by Sandra Maler)

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