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Greece passes tough new law to detain and fine failed asylum seekers

Greece passes tough new law to detain and fine failed asylum seekers

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Published on 2025-09-03 14:07:55

After a new surge in migrant arrivals,Greece has passed a law toughening its stance on failed asylum seekers. 

On Wednesday, parliament passed a law stipulating that undocumented migrants entering Greece from third countries deemed safe by the EU are not entitled to asylum. They will have to return home or be detained for two years and face fines of up to 10,000 euros.  

Speaking to parliament on Tuesday, Migration Minister Thanos…

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