European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has sharply criticised Libya’s role in escalating migrant arrivals to Greece, particularly highlighting the actions of Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar’s government.
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Beachgoers in Samos captured video of a Turkish-flagged speedboat unloading approximately 25 adult migrants on Potami beach before speeding back toward Turkey. Police are searching for the group.
In a dramatic rescue off Karpathos, 75 migrants were saved 14.4 nautical miles southeast of the island after their sailing vessel sent a distress signal. The ferry *Blue Star Chios*, coordinated by Greece’s EKSED, swiftly rescued all aboard under challenging 5 Beaufort winds, with support from a Coast Guard lifeboat.
The Deputy Prosecutor of the Piraeus Naval Court has charged 17 coast guard officers over…
On May 6, 2025, Greece’s Coast Guard rescued 158 undocumented migrants south of Gavdos, a small island off Crete. The operation, involving three boats, utilized Coast Guard vessels, a Frontex drone, and two foreign-flagged ships, with all migrants safely transferred to Gavdos port.
Tens of thousands of mourners flooded into St Peter’s Square on Saturday for the funeral of Pope Francis, the champion of the poor and the Catholic Church’s first Latin American leader.
A Greek Coast Guard vessel rescued 74 migrants found on a boat southeast of Gavdos…
On Monday morning, a Coast Guard vessel located 77 male migrants off Gavdos. They will be transferred to Paleochora port and then to Chania’s Agyia Exhibition Center. Authorities warn of rising migrant crossings from North Africa as summer nears.
The Greek Coast Guard found two women’s bodies and 39 migrants on Farmakonisi, a small Aegean island, on Monday. Authorities are investigating, with searches ongoing for possible shipwreck survivors.
Two women were found dead and 39 migrants rescued on the remote Greek island of Farmakonisi after a suspected boat sinking, authorities said Monday. The vessel, believed to have departed from the Turkish coast, was not located. The incident highlights the ongoing dangers faced by migrants attempting to reach Europe via the eastern Mediterranean route.
“In the early hours of Saturday, April 5, 2025, a group of 58 migrants, including 57 men and one woman, disembarked on Gerokampos beach along the southern coast of Heraklion, Crete. Most identified as Egyptian nationals, with some from Sudan, and they are expected to be transferred to a temporary facility in Heraklion later today.
Tragedy struck off the Greek island of Lesbos as four migrants—a boy, a girl, and two women—were confirmed dead after their boat sank in the early hours of Thursday. Greece’s coastguard rescued 23 survivors, but the total number of passengers remains unknown, prompting an ongoing search and rescue operation. The incident highlights the continuing risks faced by migrants attempting dangerous sea crossings to Europe.
A desperate struggle unfolded off the northern coast of Lesbos as a boat carrying migrants and refugees capsized near Skala Sikamnias. With 23 people rescued so far, the Hellenic Coast Guard and Air Force have launched an urgent operation, combing sea and shore for those still missing in the treacherous waters of the Aegean.
A Coast Guard operation successfully rescued 71 migrants from a small boat 16 nautical miles south of Viannos, Crete, transporting them to Kaloi Limenes, Heraklion, for temporary housing.
A powerful bronze sculpture, “Suppliants,” by acclaimed Greek artist Frosso Efthymiadi-Menegaki, has been unveiled at UN Headquarters, marking the start of Greece’s term on the Security Council. The artwork symbolizes the plight of refugees and vulnerable individuals, highlighting the importance of human rights and international cooperation.
Greek authorities have detained 107 migrants in two separate incidents near Crete, as officials link the surge in arrivals to ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. A cargo ship rescued 42 migrants from a sinking boat, while 65 others were found on Gavdos island. With over 47,000 illegal entries recorded in 2024, Greece faces mounting migration challenges.
The Egyptian was arrested and charged with rape, unlawful violence against a vulnerable person, and…
Less than 3,000 of the approximately 17,000 illegal immigrants obliged to leave Greece actually left
What do the official figures show? The number of illegal immigrants residing in Greece, including…
The Australian tourism market is of particular interest to Greece due to its large Greek diaspora. Findings from primary research conducted by the Greek Ministry of Tourism regarding the travel preferences of Greek-Australians are therefore valuable. These preferences vary based on generation and migration history, influencing their choice of destinations and length of stay.
Greek authorities reported the rescue of over 170 migrants in the past three days, with most found off the southern coast of Greece, an increasingly popular route for traffickers. Authorities are noting a rising number of arrivals from Libya, with many choosing the perilous journey to Greece’s islands, including Crete and Gavdos.
A suspected human smuggler from Azad Kashmir accused of involvement in last year’s boat tragedy…
Eight Roma and one Pakistani were arrested in Thessaloniki for holding seven Moroccans hostage, beating…
More than 4,000 Pakistanis are alleged to have entered Greece illegally, being transported via Dubai,…
Greek authorities arrested 124 migrants on Karpathos Island after unmarked boats were spotted near the coast. The rise in illegal migration, attributed to ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, has led to a nearly 50% increase in arrivals, with Syrians making up the largest group.
Seventy-four migrants, including individuals from Pakistan, Sudan, and Egypt, arrived at the port of Gavdos on Thursday, requesting assistance from Greek authorities. After being confirmed in good health, they will be transferred to Paleochora, Chania, and later accommodated at Agia for further registration.
On a Sunday morning, a Coast Guard patrol vessel identified and rescued an inflatable boat carrying 30 migrants northeast of Samos. The passengers, which included men, women, and minors, were safely transported to the port of Malagari and handed over to police authorities for further transfer to a migrant facility.
More than just decorations, the “karavakia” – small decorated boats – are a powerful symbol of Greek maritime heritage and the joy of Christmas. From their historical roots to their modern-day presence, these festive vessels tell a rich cultural story.
Eight migrants died and 18 were rescued after their speedboat capsized off the coast of Rhodes, Greece, while reportedly attempting to evade the Coast Guard. A search continues for any remaining missing persons.
Two more migrant bodies have been recovered following a tragic shipwreck near Gavdos island, raising the death toll to seven. The Greek Coast Guard continues search operations for over 30 missing individuals after a boat carrying 82 Pakistani nationals capsized last Friday amid rough seas.
At least five migrants have died, dozens are missing, and over 200 have been rescued in a series of operations near the Greek island of Crete, the Coast Guard reported. Multiple vessels, helicopters, and international forces, including the Italian Navy and Frontex, are involved in ongoing rescue efforts following separate incidents driven by the surge in migration linked to Middle Eastern conflicts.
