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Greece Intercepts 75 Migrants Sailing from Libya

October 11, 2024
Greece Intercepts 75 Migrants Sailing from Libya
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Greek authorities announced on Friday that 75 migrants attempting to reach Europe from North Africa were rescued from a stranded boat south of Crete.

The migrants, believed to have departed from eastern Libya, sent a distress call before being picked up by a merchant vessel in the Mediterranean Sea.

Their nationalities remain unconfirmed. The migrants are being escorted by a Greek coast guard patrol to a southern Crete port.

This year, the journey from Libya to Crete has emerged as a new route for migrants from Africa, the Middle East, and Asia seeking better opportunities in Europe.

According to reports, smuggling networks have been charging up to €9,000 ($9,800) per person for the dangerous voyage.

The United Nations refugee agency estimates that over 3,500 migrants have made this crossing in 2024 alone, out of a total of 42,000 who entered Greece illegally, primarily through smaller boats from Turkey to the eastern Aegean islands.

Although Libya to Crete is a lengthier and more perilous journey, typically taking at least two days, it has become an alternative path for many.

In contrast, smuggling boats from Turkey can reach Greece’s eastern islands within an hour, provided they evade coast guard patrols.

Italy remains the primary destination for migrants entering Europe, with over 51,000 arrivals this year, followed by Spain. As the situation intensifies, European nations continue to grapple with the challenges of managing migration flows and ensuring migrant safety.

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