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Humanitarian Aid on Trial in Greece

  File photo: Migrants from Afghanistan is towed by rescuers of the Refugee Rescue NGO, on the island of Lesbos, Greece. Twenty-four humanitarian aid workers have gone on trial in Greece, facing felony charges of migrant smuggling, money laundering, and membership in a criminal organization . The case, unfolding on the island of Lesbos, targets former volunteers of the now-defunct NGO Emergency Response Centre International (ERCI) , which operated search-and-rescue missions between 2016 and 2018. Among the defendants are Sarah Mardini , a Syrian refugee and professional swimmer whose story inspired the Netflix film The Swimmers , and Seán Binder , a German-Irish rescue diver. Both were arrested in 2018 for their involvement in helping migrants and refugees arriving by sea from Turkey. If convicted, the defendants face up to 20 years in prison . Greek prosecutors allege that the group facilitated illegal entry into the country by monitoring coastguard communications and relaying ...
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Euro 2024: Fans’ Fever Pitch Ahead of Historic Final

 

The anticipation is palpable as England and Spain gear up for the Euro 2024 final in Berlin’s Olympiastadion. Tens of thousands of England fans have flooded the German capital, with every bar, café, and fan zone buzzing with excitement. Here’s a glimpse of the atmosphere:

  1. Passionate Fans: England supporters have already declared themselves champions, with one fan even getting a tattoo of a trophy and the words “England Euro 2024 Winners.” Spanish fans are equally optimistic, hoping for last-minute tickets.

  2. Brandenburg Gate Hotspot: The iconic Brandenburg Gate has become a hub for fans from both nations, dressed in their football Sunday best. Flags, cheers, and camaraderie fill the air.

  3. Berlin Transformed: Central Berlin is awash in team colors as fans deck out the city. Football fever has taken over, and the historic backdrop of the Brandenburg Gate adds to the excitement.

Get ready for an unforgettable showdown! 

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