Greece has deported 50 migrants, including a Bangladeshi TikToker, back to Bangladesh. The deportation took place on Wednesday (November 11), according to official sources. The decision was made following a controversy sparked by a video posted on social media by a young Bangladeshi national residing in Greece.
Background of the Incident
A video circulating on social media recently showed a Bangladeshi youth in Greece making controversial remarks regarding immigration matters. After the video went viral, Greek immigration authorities took the matter seriously. Subsequently, a decision was made to deport the individual along with 49 other migrants.Deportation Process
The 50 migrants were sent back to Bangladesh on a special flight under the supervision of Greek immigration authorities. It could not be immediately confirmed whether women and children were among those deported. Under Greek immigration law, individuals residing without valid documentation or those who have violated the law are subject to deportation.Reactions and Next Steps
No immediate official response was available from the Bangladeshi government or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding the matter. However, sources indicate that consideration is being given to providing necessary legal and administrative assistance to the returnees. Bangladesh and Greece have previously held discussions regarding the number of undocumented Bangladeshi nationals in Greece and the deportation process.Meanwhile, members of the Bangladeshi diaspora in Greece have expressed concern that the controversy surrounding the video has tarnished the image of Bangladeshi migrants in the country. Several members of the expatriate community have also voiced fears of increased scrutiny of Bangladeshi migrants in Greece following the incident.