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Greece’s Asylum Freeze Sparks Global Outcry Amid Crete Migrant Surge

In a move that has ignited fierce backlash from human rights organizations and the United Nations, Greece has passed legislation temporarily halting asylum applications from migrants arriving by sea from North Africa. The three-month suspension, approved by parliament with 177 votes in favor and 74 against, allows for expedited repatriation without prior identification. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis defended the measure as a “difficult but necessary decision” in response to a sharp rise in irregular arrivals, particularly from Libya to the island of Crete. Over 7,000 migrants have reached Crete and nearby Gavdos this year, straining local resources and prompting concerns from the tourism industry. Rights groups, including the International Rescue Committee, have condemned the ban as illegal and inhumane, warning it violates international and European law. The UNHCR echoed these concerns, emphasizing that the right to seek asylum is a fundamental human right regardless of how or wh...
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Erdogan Accuses Israel of Undermining Iran Nuclear Negotiations


Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has sharply criticized Israel for its recent military actions against Iran, claiming they were deliberately timed to derail upcoming nuclear negotiations between Tehran and the United States. Speaking at a meeting of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Istanbul, Erdogan argued that the strikes demonstrated Israel’s unwillingness to resolve regional tensions through diplomacy.

He urged nations with influence over Israel to resist what he described as its “poison” and instead support dialogue to prevent further escalation. Erdogan also called on Muslim-majority countries to intensify efforts to hold Israel accountable under international law and United Nations resolutions.

The comments come amid a backdrop of heightened conflict between Israel and Iran, with both sides exchanging missile strikes and diplomatic efforts in Geneva showing little progress. Erdogan’s remarks underscore Turkey’s positioning as a vocal advocate for diplomatic solutions in the Middle East.

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