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
Eight asylum applicants arrested on Samos on charges of violence and arson
Τhey incited and participated in violent incidents against other foreigners living at the hot spot on the island
