22 migrants rescued after pushback by Greek authorities

Turkish Coast Guard teams have rescued 22 irregular migrants, including a child, off the coast of Fethiye.
13.08.2024 09:45:50 / English News

The migrants were found in two life rafts after being pushed back into Turkish territorial waters by Greek authorities.

Following the rescue, the migrants were transferred to the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management for further processing.

The incident highlights ongoing tensions in the Aegean Sea, where irregular migration and pushback practices continue to be a significant concern. (ILKHA)