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Rescue groups, supporters
and refugees held a demonstration
in central Athens
to highlight what they call
the increasing criminalization
of sea rescues
and the anti-migration policies
of some EU countries
Some of the protesters lay down
in front of banners
that read «WOULD YOU SAVE US?»
to bring attention to the problem
of the thousands of people
who die each year
trying to reach Europe.
The predominant colour was orange,
a reference to the life jackets
usually worn by migrants
picked up in the Mediterranean.
The rally in Athens,
was just one event in a series
across Europe organized
by the international movement
(Greek word)
that translates as Sea Bridge
The movement is calling
for the establishment
of safe routes for refugees,
safe harbors,
an end to the criminalization
of sea rescues
and humane conditions
for refugees upon arrival.
Some also called
for the release of prominent...
Syrian refugee Sara Martini
and Irish volunteer Sean Binder
currently in Greek custody
for allegedly facilitating refugees
and migrant into Greece.