Greece suspended asylum processing for arrivals by sea from North Africa in July, aiming to reduce crossings. More than 120 refugees were intercepted near Crete as they made dangerous journeys. The government enacted these measures amidst rising asylum applications and collapsed talks with Libya. This ban coincides with increased border security measures by the conservative government of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, including a fence and more patrols. Legislation is being developed to impose imprisonment for denied claims. Recent maritime tragedies, including a sinking near Lampedusa, highlight the perilous nature of these crossings.
Since July, Greece has suspended processing of asylum applications from individuals arriving by sea from North Africa, aiming to deter crossings that surged to over 2,500 weekly.
The conservative government of Greece argues that suspending asylum claims aids in deterring dangerous crossings, which have seen significant increases in recent months.
Recent actions include intercepting over 120 refugees and migrants off Crete, with plans for stricter detention rules and a proposed permanent transit facility under contention.
A deadly incident occurred earlier this month, where at least 26 people drowned after two boats sank near Lampedusa while trying to reach Europe from Libya.
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