Greece's Migration Minister, Thanos Plevris, has called for a complete investigation into the rejection of an asylum application filed by a Turkish activist of Pontic descent after the case was denied by the appropriate asylum service.
Thanos Plevris, Greece's Minister of Migration and Asylum, has requested a thorough investigation into the case of a rejected asylum application submitted by a Turkish activist who is of Pontic descent. This call for an investigation follows a first-instance negative ruling from the competent Asylum Service. Plevris emphasized the need for a detailed briefing on the factual elements and the legal reasoning behind the decision, in order to determine if legal actions may be warranted under the law.
The case in question involves a citizen from a third country—specifically a Turkish national known for his activist work and his Pontic roots—whose request for international protection has been dismissed at the initial stage. Despite the rejection, it has been clarified that the applicant will not be deported from Greece until a final decision on his case is reached. This provision ensures that due process is upheld and that the individual's right to seek asylum is respected during the appeals process.
In the ministry's announcement, specific clarifications regarding the legal framework governing asylum requests were provided. The Asylum Service is tasked with examining requests for international protection at the first instance, and any rejection can be subject to review and appeal—this mechanism is vital in ensuring that asylum seekers are afforded their rights and that each case is assessed fairly, taking into account the circumstances and legal obligations that Greece adheres to within the EU framework.
