Following reports of migrants stranded in life rafts off the shores of Çanakkale and İzmir, Coast Guard boats were immediately dispatched to the respective regions.

The operation resulted in the successful retrieval of 81 irregular migrants who had been pushed back into Turkish territorial waters by Greek forces. The migrants were safely brought ashore by the diligent efforts of the Turkish Coast Guard.

After undergoing necessary procedures, the irregular migrants were subsequently transferred to the Provincial Directorate of Migration Management for further handling.

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges and complexities surrounding migration in the region, with Turkish authorities actively involved in addressing and managing such situations to ensure the safety and well-being of those affected. (ILKHA)