Turkish coast guard rescues 104 migrants pushed back by Greece

Turkish Coast Guard Command teams have conducted rescue operations, saving 104 irregular migrants who were forcibly pushed back into Turkish territorial waters by Greek forces.
05.01.2024 11:22:04 / English News

Coast Guard teams intercepted the migrants off the coasts of Muğla and İzmir provinces. All rescued individuals received necessary assistance and were processed through the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management.

In separate operations, the Coast Guard apprehended another 114 irregular migrants attempting to enter Türkiye through the Aegean Sea.

This incident highlights the ongoing migration crisis in the Aegean Sea, with many individuals seeking to reach Europe through irregular routes. (ILKHA)