Greece toughens stance on illegal migration with new deportation plan
Summary
Greece is increasing efforts to stop illegal boat crossings from North Africa to the Greek island of Crete. Five European Union countries have reached an agreement to deport migrants crossing the Mediterranean Sea, with Uganda agreeing to take some migrants, though the deal is not yet finalized.Key Facts
- Greece is acting to reduce illegal migration by stopping boats coming from North Africa to Crete.
- The migration crisis in this region has lasted for eleven years.
- Five European Union countries have worked together to improve migrant deportation processes.
- Uganda in East Africa has agreed to accept some migrants from the Mediterranean crossings.
- The agreement with Uganda has not been officially signed yet.
- The news report is from Athens by correspondent Malcolm Brabant.
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