Arrivals in 2015 represent more than 4.5 times the total number of arrivals of 2014 and reached a daily average of 2,700. (UNHCR)

UNHCR expands its support to the temporary accommodation of new arrivals in Kalymnos and their registration in Kos

UNHCR warns of imminent humanitarian crisis in Greece amid disarray in Europe over asylum

UNHCR Special Envoy Angelina Jolie Pitt visits Greece

Reception conditions and the asylum system in Greece must be rapidly strengthened in implementation of EU-Turkey deal (UNHCR).

Syrian refugee carries Olympic flame through Athens to show solidarity with the world's refugees at a time when millions are fleeing war and persecution

GREECE: UNHCR concerned at conditions in new refugee sites and urges that alternatives be found

Mediterranean Sea crossings exceed 300,000, including 200,000 to Greece. UNHCR, 28 August 2015, http://www.unhcr.org/55e033816.html

More than 300,000 people have risked their lives to cross the Mediterranean Sea so far this year. Over 2,600 didn't survive the dangerous crossing, (UNHCR)

The management of borders needs to be consistent with national, EU and international law, including guaranteeing the right to seek asylum. (UNHCR)