Turkish coast guard rescues 16 asylum seekers
After routine checks, the asylum seekers were taken to the provincial migration authority.
After routine checks, the asylum seekers were taken to the provincial migration authority.
According to the sources, the asylum seekers have been rescued after their boat was pushed back by Greek coastal authorities.
Security sources said that a rubber boat carrying asylum seekers goes adrift due to engine failure.
Rescue operation underway in the town of Loon-Plage, 15 recovered thus far, 3 still missing.
Under the Dublin regulation, up to 20 asylum seekers are scheduled to be deported to France and Germany on Wednesday.