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Greece passes North Africa asylum ban amid rights groups' opposition

Greek lawmakers voted on Friday to temporarily stop processing asylum requests from migrants arriving from North Africa by sea in a bid to reduce arrivals into Europe's southernmost tip, a move

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Greece's Temporary Asylum Ban Sparks Controversy Amid Crete Migration Surge

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Greece blocks asylum claims for migrants on island of Crete after a surge in arrivals from Libya

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Hundreds of migrants moved to Greek mainland as Crete struggles with Libya arrivals

The migrants, consisting mostly of young men, were transferred overnight aboard a bulk carrier after their fishing trawler was intercepted by Greek authorities.

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Greek lawmakers to vote on North Africa asylum ban as rights groups cry foul

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Hundreds of migrants moved from Crete to Greek mainland as island struggles with Libya arrivals

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Forget Crete, this little-known Greek island is a destination still under the radar (despite being one of the most beautiful)

In the shadow of its neighbour Rhodes, the island of Chalki remains one of the best kept secrets of the Aegean Sea. Clean, authentic and gorgeous, it is a rare interlude away from the usual overcrowded tourist routes.

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Greece's Migrant Measures: A Bold Stand Against Rising Crossings

Greece intercepts over 500 migrants near Crete, taking emergency actions due to rising Mediterranean crossings from Libya. The influx has overwhelmed local facilities, prompting the suspension of asylum processing for three months.

Wildfires on Greek island Crete force thousands to evacuate

Firefighters struggled to gain control over a massive wildfire burning on the Greek island of Crete, as powerful winds fanned the flames.

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Greek parliament passes suspension of asylum claims despite international criticism

Greece’s parliament has approved a three-month suspension of asylum claims for migrants arriving from Libya despite strong criticism from the United Nations refugee agency and Europe’s top human rights official.

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First look: This Greek island just got its first JW Marriott, complete with direct sea access and private infinity pools

TPG got a first look at the JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa, one of the most exciting points hotels to open this year. Here's what you need to know.

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Greece announces harsher measures to address migrant flow from Libya

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced on Wednesday harsher measures to address migrant flow from Libya. Addressing the parliament amid a significant surge in migrant arrivals to Crete island from Libya, Mitsokakis said the situation Greece faces requires "requires extraordinary measures."