
UNHCR Warns Greece Over Asylum Suspension Plan
“Greece has a long-standing tradition of offering protection to people fleeing war and persecution. That tradition must be upheld,” the agency stated.
“Greece has a long-standing tradition of offering protection to people fleeing war and persecution. That tradition must be upheld,” the agency stated.
The meeting focused on the risk of Iran closing the Strait of Hormuz in retaliation for a recent U.S. strike, a move that could disrupt global trade and directly impact Greece’s vital shipping industry.
The 88-year-old pontiff, who passed away shortly after delivering his Easter Sunday Urbi et Orbi blessing, was honored with this Eastern Orthodox hymn, symbolizing resurrection and eternal life—a fitting tribute to a pope known for bridging divides
Greek Immigration and Asylum Minister Makis Voridis told Skai news channel that accepting such returns is “out of the question” given Greece’s position as the EU’s second-highest host of refugees per capita, after Cyprus. “As long as there is no fair distribution of burdens within the European Union, Greece will not accept any returns,” Voridis stated, emphasizing that returns would not address the broader migration issue.
The decision has prompted concern among refugee support organisations in both Germany and Greece, who warn that Greece fails to provide adequate support even to those granted refugee status.
A five-year program, the initiative seeks to expand the educational curriculum of the Antetokounbros Academy, a pro bono program by the CAFF that serves more than 100 low-income youth each year. In addition to the program curriculum, the partnership will provide 24 college scholarships for under-resourced young people and refugees so they can gain life skills and pathways to higher education.