The migrants were rescued off the coast of western Izmir province after Turkish teams received information about their presence on rubber boats.

The migrants, who were from various countries, were taken to a local immigration detention center.

Türkiye has repeatedly condemned Greece's practice of pushing back irregular migrants, calling it a violation of international law and humanitarian values.

Human rights groups have also criticized Greece's practice, saying it puts the lives of vulnerable migrants at risk. (ILKHA)