Category: Turkey

Pazarkule. Turkey. March 18, 2020. In the morning we learned that some people were taken to the immigration office, which was 4-5 km away from the area where they were held at the border. In addition, some of our friends who were active in the region explained that the refugees who were brought to the immigration office had no money and needed support for water and food. According to our local friends, they were a group of 90 people and were held at the immigration office without being able to meet basic needs.

Pazarkule. Turkey. March 17, 2020. Today, refugees are no longer allowed to leave the camp, and all cafés in Karaağaç have been closed. We have heard from our friends in the area that up to 300 special forces were in the area, the administration has announced that this night will be the last day because of suspected corona virus.

Pazarkule. Turkey. March 15, 2020. We started the day by passing by Uzunköprü Turkuaz gas station. There were around 80-100 migrants waiting at the car wash section of the station. We have learnt that they were pushed back from Greece. There were some busses waiting to transport those who want to go back to Istanbul. While an officer was trying to convince them to take seats in the bus, other two health officers were distributing clean and dry clothings.

Pazarkule. Turkey. March 13, 2020. There were very few migrants in Karaağaç today. In addition to the day restriction for them, we have learned that no more than 200 people will be allowed to leave the side where they’ve been kept, in one day.