Greece refutes Der Spiegel’s “fake news” report repeating Turkish propaganda
Greek Government spokesman questioned why this piece of news resurfaced again two months
Migration Minister: Greece respects international law but is also obliged to protect its borders & citizens
On the returning migrants whose applications are rejected, he said the extension of detention is used when there is a lack of a better alternative
Watch video of Turkish coastguard trying to direct boat with illegal immigrants into Greek waters
The boat was eventually collected by the Turkish authorities
