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Greece, EU to press Libya on migrant crossings as Mediterranean numbers surge
Greece, EU to press Libya on migrant crossings as Mediterranean numbers surge

San Francisco Chronicle​

time6 days ago

  • Politics
  • San Francisco Chronicle​

Greece, EU to press Libya on migrant crossings as Mediterranean numbers surge

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — The European Union 's commissioner for migration says Europe will take a 'firm' approach with authorities in Libya following a spike in illegal migration across the Mediterranean. Commissioner Magnus Brunner plans to travel to Libya next week with government representatives from Greece, Italy and Malta, seeking tougher measures from Libyan authorities to stop boats carrying migrants from leaving for Europe. 'That is actually a question which bothers us quite a lot at the moment. Libya is, of course, at the top of the agenda, and we're traveling together to Libya next week because we have to be fast, I think, and firm,' Brunner said Tuesday at a conference in Athens. Brunner, who discussed the upcoming visit at a meeting with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, said the delegation would meet with representatives from both the United Nations-recognized government in western Libya and a rival authority in the east. Greece recently announced plans to send warships to international waters in the region following a surge in crossings from Libya to the southern Greek island of Crete — a more perilous route than the more frequently used passage between Turkey and nearby Greek islands. In 2023, hundreds died when the fishing trawler Adriana, carrying migrants from Libya to Italy, sank off Greek waters. ___

Greece, EU to press Libya on migrant crossings as Mediterranean numbers surge
Greece, EU to press Libya on migrant crossings as Mediterranean numbers surge

Winnipeg Free Press

time6 days ago

  • Politics
  • Winnipeg Free Press

Greece, EU to press Libya on migrant crossings as Mediterranean numbers surge

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — The European Union 's commissioner for migration says Europe will take a 'firm' approach with authorities in Libya following a spike in illegal migration across the Mediterranean. Commissioner Magnus Brunner plans to travel to Libya next week with government representatives from Greece, Italy and Malta, seeking tougher measures from Libyan authorities to stop boats carrying migrants from leaving for Europe. 'That is actually a question which bothers us quite a lot at the moment. Libya is, of course, at the top of the agenda, and we're traveling together to Libya next week because we have to be fast, I think, and firm,' Brunner said Tuesday at a conference in Athens. Brunner, who discussed the upcoming visit at a meeting with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, said the delegation would meet with representatives from both the United Nations-recognized government in western Libya and a rival authority in the east. Greece recently announced plans to send warships to international waters in the region following a surge in crossings from Libya to the southern Greek island of Crete — a more perilous route than the more frequently used passage between Turkey and nearby Greek islands. In 2023, hundreds died when the fishing trawler Adriana, carrying migrants from Libya to Italy, sank off Greek waters. ___ Follow AP's global migration coverage at

Greece, EU to press Libya on migrant crossings as Mediterranean numbers surge
Greece, EU to press Libya on migrant crossings as Mediterranean numbers surge

Associated Press

time6 days ago

  • Politics
  • Associated Press

Greece, EU to press Libya on migrant crossings as Mediterranean numbers surge

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — The European Union 's commissioner for migration says Europe will take a 'firm' approach with authorities in Libya following a spike in illegal migration across the Mediterranean. Commissioner Magnus Brunner plans to travel to Libya next week with government representatives from Greece, Italy and Malta, seeking tougher measures from Libyan authorities to stop boats carrying migrants from leaving for Europe. 'That is actually a question which bothers us quite a lot at the moment. Libya is, of course, at the top of the agenda, and we're traveling together to Libya next week because we have to be fast, I think, and firm,' Brunner said Tuesday at a conference in Athens. Brunner, who discussed the upcoming visit at a meeting with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, said the delegation would meet with representatives from both the United Nations-recognized government in western Libya and a rival authority in the east. Greece recently announced plans to send warships to international waters in the region following a surge in crossings from Libya to the southern Greek island of Crete — a more perilous route than the more frequently used passage between Turkey and nearby Greek islands. In 2023, hundreds died when the fishing trawler Adriana, carrying migrants from Libya to Italy, sank off Greek waters. ___ Follow AP's global migration coverage at

With Upcoming Space Launch, Adventurer Jaime Alemán Set to Complete the "Grand Slam" of Travel
With Upcoming Space Launch, Adventurer Jaime Alemán Set to Complete the "Grand Slam" of Travel

Yahoo

time26-05-2025

  • Science
  • Yahoo

With Upcoming Space Launch, Adventurer Jaime Alemán Set to Complete the "Grand Slam" of Travel

Having Visited All 193 Countries and Both Poles, Alemán Now Eyes Space and a Human First HOUSTON, May 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Jaime Alemán of Panama, a distinguished lawyer and former senior diplomat, is about to make history—again. The pioneering space company Blue Origin announced this week that Mr. Alemán will be among the crew aboard its next suborbital mission, set to launch in the coming weeks. At age 73, this voyage to space will mark the final leg of Alemán's extraordinary, decades-long journey: visiting every country on Earth, setting foot on both the North and South Poles, and now, reaching the edge of space. "I didn't set out on this quest to set a record," said Mr. Alemán. "I did it as a challenge to myself. I wanted to experience our planet in the most intimate way possible—through its boundless beauty, magic, and people. Going to space lets me take all of that in, to see the Earth not as different nations and races and creeds, but as our one home." Upon completion of the flight, Mr. Alemán is expected to become the first person in history to achieve this unique trifecta: all 193 United Nations-recognized countries, both polar extremes, and outer space. An application for official recognition has been submitted to Guinness World Records. A Life of Purpose, A Journey Without Borders Alemán's lifelong pursuit has not only been about travel—it's been about curiosity, diplomacy, and connecting cultures. His adventures have spanned from remote Himalayan villages to war-torn capitals, from desert caravans in the Sahara to scientific outposts in Antarctica. And soon, they will extend beyond Earth. About Jaime Alemán Jaime Alemán is a lawyer, global traveler, former Ambassador of Panama to the United States, and founder of Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee (Alcogal)—one of Latin America's leading law firms. He has long championed cross-cultural understanding, sustainable travel, and international cooperation. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Rally International Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data

With Upcoming Space Launch, Adventurer Jaime Alemán Set to Complete the "Grand Slam" of Travel
With Upcoming Space Launch, Adventurer Jaime Alemán Set to Complete the "Grand Slam" of Travel

Yahoo

time26-05-2025

  • Science
  • Yahoo

With Upcoming Space Launch, Adventurer Jaime Alemán Set to Complete the "Grand Slam" of Travel

Having Visited All 193 Countries and Both Poles, Alemán Now Eyes Space and a Human First HOUSTON, May 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Jaime Alemán of Panama, a distinguished lawyer and former senior diplomat, is about to make history—again. The pioneering space company Blue Origin announced this week that Mr. Alemán will be among the crew aboard its next suborbital mission, set to launch in the coming weeks. At age 73, this voyage to space will mark the final leg of Alemán's extraordinary, decades-long journey: visiting every country on Earth, setting foot on both the North and South Poles, and now, reaching the edge of space. "I didn't set out on this quest to set a record," said Mr. Alemán. "I did it as a challenge to myself. I wanted to experience our planet in the most intimate way possible—through its boundless beauty, magic, and people. Going to space lets me take all of that in, to see the Earth not as different nations and races and creeds, but as our one home." Upon completion of the flight, Mr. Alemán is expected to become the first person in history to achieve this unique trifecta: all 193 United Nations-recognized countries, both polar extremes, and outer space. An application for official recognition has been submitted to Guinness World Records. A Life of Purpose, A Journey Without Borders Alemán's lifelong pursuit has not only been about travel—it's been about curiosity, diplomacy, and connecting cultures. His adventures have spanned from remote Himalayan villages to war-torn capitals, from desert caravans in the Sahara to scientific outposts in Antarctica. And soon, they will extend beyond Earth. About Jaime Alemán Jaime Alemán is a lawyer, global traveler, former Ambassador of Panama to the United States, and founder of Alemán, Cordero, Galindo & Lee (Alcogal)—one of Latin America's leading law firms. He has long championed cross-cultural understanding, sustainable travel, and international cooperation. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Rally International Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data

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