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Illegal Migration: The new Doctrine in Parliament today – The Stop to boat arrivals with 5 Key Measures
Three years in prison without suspension and a €10,000 fine for those who refuse to leave – Automatic legalization after seven years of residence in Greece is abolished – Suspension of asylum applications – Medical age checks for declared minors
Libya and Turkey strengthen their military cooperation – New agreement on training and support
Tripoli signed a new military agreement with Ankara for training and logistical support for the Libyan army.
PM Mitsotakis: Greece is committed to supporting Odessa
The Prime Minister stressed that Greece is ready to cooperate to ensure energy security in Ukraine
Vassilis Kikilias: Haftar copies Erdogan and tries to blackmail the EU
The Shipping Minister stressed that with the new amendment, migrants going to Crete will not leave the structure "unless they want to go back" - "Greece and neighbouring countries must prepare for the time when security is not a given"
Greece: No more asylum for Muslims from Syria
Greece & Cyprus have issued the first negative decisions in 14 years launching procedures for the return of those who do not meet the conditions - Asylum is reviewed & revoked for those who have been granted it - Different treatment for religious minorities under persecution
What Gerapetritis heard from Haftar on migration and the Turkish-Turkish memorandum – Athens speaks of positive steps that need daily confirmation
On the Greek side, however, there was cautious optimism that there would be no unpleasant surprises in the near future
Greek-owned ship sinking after armed attack aff Yemen – It was hit by rockets, drones & anti-ship missiles
The Liberia-flagged MV MAGIC SEAS was attacked by eight speedboats carrying armed men – No Greek nationals are among the crew – The vessel had not requested escort or protection from the EUNAVFOR ASPIDES mission