athens and their protest (cpav 1)

Rescue groups supporters and refugees held a demonstration... ...in central Athens to highlight what they called increasing... ...criminalization of sea rescues and anti-immigration policies... of some UE 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 which is one event in a series across Europe... ...organized by the international movement “Sea buker” (grek word)... ...that translates as Sea breach. The movement is calling this establishment to safe routes... ...for refugees, safe harbours and end to the criminalization... ...of sea rescues and inhumane conditions for refugees upon arrival. Some also called for the release of prominent Syrian refugees XXX... ...and the Irish volunteers shown blinder, courtly in Greek custody.. ...for xxx facilitating refugees and migrants into Greece.