Europe’s deadly border theatre is back
Summary
Greece and the UK have introduced new plans to manage migration. Greece plans to refuse asylum to migrants arriving from Africa, while the UK has made a deal with France to curb illegal crossings. These actions have faced criticism from human rights organizations and have been linked to broader political motives in both countries.Key Facts
- On July 10, Greece's migration minister, Thanos Plevris, announced legislation to deny asylum to migrants arriving from Africa.
- Human rights groups argue that Greece's plan is illegal and violates international and EU laws.
- The Greek Bar Associations have stated that denying asylum rights goes against international legislation.
- On the same day, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer introduced a migration deal with France to combat small boat crossings.
- Critics, including Doctors Without Borders, described the UK-France deal as reckless and dangerous.
- Both migration plans have been linked to domestic political agendas and rising far-right sentiments in Europe.
- The approach to migration in both countries is similar, viewing migrants as threats and borders as needing protection.
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