Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-002860/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Georgios Aftias (PPE)
Flows of migrants from Libya have recently shot up. Southern Greece – in particular Crete – is under severe pressure every day as a result of people arriving on boats, often under dangerous conditions. According to all forecasts, the waves of migrants from Libya are set to continue, owing to the Libyan government’s failure or even inability to contain them. The European Union has an obligation to stand with Greece, a frontline country which is once again being disproportionately burdened.
Given the above, can the Commission say:
- 1.What additional financial measures does it intend to take to tackle this new problem, which is getting worse every day?
- 2.How will the process of curbing flows and supporting areas directly affected, such as Crete and Gavdos, be financed?
- 3.When are the new, increased funds expected to be approved so that the situation can be dealt with effectively before all control is lost?
Submitted: 14.7.2025
Last updated: 21 July 2025