Turkey Plans 8.5-Km Wall on Greek Border to Curb Migration

Turkey plans to construct an 8.5-kilometer wall along its western border with Greece, marking the country's first physical security measure in this area. The initiative, announced by Edirne Governor Yunus Sezer, aims to curb irregular migration into EU member states, building on previous border fortifications with Syria and Iran. The wall's construction will begin at the Greek border, with potential future extensions depending on the situation. Sezer highlighted that the project is part of broader security enhancements, including upgraded surveillance and infrastructure along the border, which has already seen a significant drop in irregular migration activity. This development follows Greece's own border fortification efforts, which have included extensive fencing and increased patrols to manage migrant flows. Concerns remain over Greece's controversial practices of pushing back migrants at its borders, which have drawn criticism from humanitarian organizations.