M. Fleming (UNHCR): It is not fair that facing Greece in refugee
It is not fair that faced by Greece, highlights, in an interview with the ANA-MPA on developments in the refugee, the representative of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Melissa Fleming, while new restrictions imposed by some countries regarding the refugee flows, he notes that "it is very isolationist and not consistent with the spirit of unity and European values."
"This is not fair for Greece. It is a problem that should be a problem of only one country due to its geographical location. This is a problem of the entire European Union, to fight and to show solidarity with all those who bear the heavier "he says Mrs. Fleming.
He assures, that the UNHCR "does what it can to help Greece and will do more," but admits that "it is clear that it is a very difficult situation."
"We, as United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees' upload rates." The High Commissioner met with Prime Minister Tsipras, we have five offices in Greece, very personal and provide any kind of functional Help- equipment, tents, specialization "notes.
The UNHCR Representative notes that "every day the situation changes", while restrictions imposed says that "the only thing we can say is that all these restrictions simply push the problem elsewhere." He expresses the hope that "this is only temporary measures and that this will change."
"The problem is that we have proposed many solutions to rid the Greece of part of the same weight. As there are some European proposals, but now a few states decided to act unilaterally and was not willing to wait constructive proposals, yes, They would take a little more time, but it made sense "stresses, according to the Athens Press Agency.
Mrs. Fleming admits once again that "we are facing the worst humanitarian crisis since the Second World War" with 60 million displaced due to conflict or persecution to seek safe haven, but unfortunately, he says, "the doors are closed and people do not find where to go, as we now see with such a dramatic way, in Greece ".
Human and Humanitarian Greece's approach
"It is chaos and these are people who have suffered losses. We should not blame themselves for their desperation and the fact that they came (here)" underlines and states excited by the approach of the Greek government and the Greek people. "It is a very human and humanitarian approach (of the government), but the Greek people is amazing.
Of course there are some movements to the right, as we have seen in all European countries, and this worries us a lot. Of course, this kind of chaotic situations, with huge groups of people with very negative way can be used to generate fear and xenophobia with the sole purpose of solicitation of votes. We hope, however, that the compassion of the Greek people will prevail. "
Mrs. Fleming expresses concern and worry for Afghans who are "trapped" in Greece and along the so-called "Balkan route" because of sudden, as stated, the decision of some countries to act unilaterally.
"We are particularly concerned about the Afghan population as was the third largest population (refugees) from those arriving in Greece. And many Afghans, a large percentage of these deserve -what onomazoume- international protection. This means that in general will provide them refugee status if their asylum application was accepted. it also means that if you were to be sent back would risk their life. We do not say that all Afghans are in this situation, but very often it is the majority.
Unfortunately not within the EU resettlement scheme. We are very concerned that it will be blocked in Greece "notes and adds:" During my recent visit to Greece met many Afghans told me that their trip teleiose- fifty days, they finished them money, have sold their homes and all belongings their. Now they are completely desperate, confused and very worried. "
Mrs. Fleming also not hiding, reflection and for the Syrians and Iraqis traveling without identity or passport (documents necessary to continue the journey to Western Europe). "We know many Syrians, the houses which were bombed and the last thing I thought was to seek out their personal documents.
Also, Syria could not renew their documents because of the war. It is very difficult for them to prove (their identity). Some brought what they had, the birth certificate or marriage, but this is obviously not enough. So we will continue to support and to ask for the opening of proceedings ".
When asked if there will be once an end to all this tragedy, if and hopes that there will be, he admits that the situation will not change overnight ...
"There could be a fee if the forces of this planet could think of a way to stop the war, which drives so many people (from their homes). But this would be too idealistic. But we hope that there will be a renewed peace process and that hostilities will cease as we have a ceasefire now. All Syrians know all you want is to return home, "he concludes.
It is not fair that faced by Greece, highlights, in an interview with the ANA-MPA on developments in the refugee, the representative of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Melissa Fleming, while new restrictions imposed by some countries regarding the refugee flows, he notes that "it is very isolationist and not consistent with the spirit of unity and European values."
"This is not fair for Greece. It is a problem that should be a problem of only one country due to its geographical location. This is a problem of the entire European Union, to fight and to show solidarity with all those who bear the heavier "he says Mrs. Fleming.
He assures, that the UNHCR "does what it can to help Greece and will do more," but admits that "it is clear that it is a very difficult situation."
"We, as United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees' upload rates." The High Commissioner met with Prime Minister Tsipras, we have five offices in Greece, very personal and provide any kind of functional Help- equipment, tents, specialization "notes.
The UNHCR Representative notes that "every day the situation changes", while restrictions imposed says that "the only thing we can say is that all these restrictions simply push the problem elsewhere." He expresses the hope that "this is only temporary measures and that this will change."
"The problem is that we have proposed many solutions to rid the Greece of part of the same weight. As there are some European proposals, but now a few states decided to act unilaterally and was not willing to wait constructive proposals, yes, They would take a little more time, but it made sense "stresses, according to the Athens Press Agency.
Mrs. Fleming admits once again that "we are facing the worst humanitarian crisis since the Second World War" with 60 million displaced due to conflict or persecution to seek safe haven, but unfortunately, he says, "the doors are closed and people do not find where to go, as we now see with such a dramatic way, in Greece ".
Human and Humanitarian Greece's approach
"It is chaos and these are people who have suffered losses. We should not blame themselves for their desperation and the fact that they came (here)" underlines and states excited by the approach of the Greek government and the Greek people. "It is a very human and humanitarian approach (of the government), but the Greek people is amazing.
Of course there are some movements to the right, as we have seen in all European countries, and this worries us a lot. Of course, this kind of chaotic situations, with huge groups of people with very negative way can be used to generate fear and xenophobia with the sole purpose of solicitation of votes. We hope, however, that the compassion of the Greek people will prevail. "
Mrs. Fleming expresses concern and worry for Afghans who are "trapped" in Greece and along the so-called "Balkan route" because of sudden, as stated, the decision of some countries to act unilaterally.
"We are particularly concerned about the Afghan population as was the third largest population (refugees) from those arriving in Greece. And many Afghans, a large percentage of these deserve -what onomazoume- international protection. This means that in general will provide them refugee status if their asylum application was accepted. it also means that if you were to be sent back would risk their life. We do not say that all Afghans are in this situation, but very often it is the majority.
Unfortunately not within the EU resettlement scheme. We are very concerned that it will be blocked in Greece "notes and adds:" During my recent visit to Greece met many Afghans told me that their trip teleiose- fifty days, they finished them money, have sold their homes and all belongings their. Now they are completely desperate, confused and very worried. "
Mrs. Fleming also not hiding, reflection and for the Syrians and Iraqis traveling without identity or passport (documents necessary to continue the journey to Western Europe). "We know many Syrians, the houses which were bombed and the last thing I thought was to seek out their personal documents.
Also, Syria could not renew their documents because of the war. It is very difficult for them to prove (their identity). Some brought what they had, the birth certificate or marriage, but this is obviously not enough. So we will continue to support and to ask for the opening of proceedings ".
When asked if there will be once an end to all this tragedy, if and hopes that there will be, he admits that the situation will not change overnight ...
"There could be a fee if the forces of this planet could think of a way to stop the war, which drives so many people (from their homes). But this would be too idealistic. But we hope that there will be a renewed peace process and that hostilities will cease as we have a ceasefire now. All Syrians know all you want is to return home, "he concludes.
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