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April 9, 2020

Italy to Close Ports to Migrant Aid Ships; Asylees in Greece Must Remain in Camps
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In immigration news, Italy has closed its ports to boats that provide
humanitarian aid to migrants attempting to cross the Mediterranean.
Government officials say its ports are no longer safe amid the
coronavirus outbreak.

In Greece, fears are mounting over the uncontrollable spread of
coronavirus in overcrowded and unsanitary refugee camps. The Greek
government says it won't be reviewing new asylum claims until after the
crisis is over, leaving thousands of people trapped in camps.


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