The EU's migration commissioner, Magnus Brunner, reaffirmed the bloc's commitment to prioritising deportations during a visit to Greece, a major entry point for migrants into Europe. Speaking with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Brunner emphasized the importance of implementing the EU’s new Migration and Asylum Pact. The visit follows increased scrutiny of Greece's migration policies amid rising migrant arrivals and a recent European court ruling on illegal deportations.
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As Middle East conflicts raise concerns about increased migration, Greece is urging the EU to adopt stricter migration policies. Migration Minister Nikos Panagiotopoulos announced plans for new detention centres on Rhodes and Crete, as sea arrivals have doubled. With migrant facilities nearing capacity, Greece seeks enhanced border controls and deportation measures within the EU’s recently approved Migration and Asylum Pact.
A Greek official criticized the outgoing European Commission for its failure to establish a cohesive migration policy, emphasizing that ongoing wars and climate change are driving global displacement. Deputy Minister Sofia Voultepsi highlighted the shortcomings of the recent EU migration pact, calling for a unified system for asylum, returns, and integration. As Greece remains a key entry point for migrants, she expressed concern over increasing refugee numbers from conflict zones, while broader European policies, including those in Italy and Poland, continue to evolve amid the ongoing crisis.
A Greek judge has dismissed charges against nine Egyptian men accused of causing a shipwreck…