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Hundreds of Migrants Arrive at Heraklion Port, Exceeding Capacity

Tuesday, 9 June 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

Hundreds of migrants are currently gathered at the Port of Heraklion after arriving on the island, with numbers exceeding the capacity of available reception facilities. Authorities are managing the situation at the port area. Travelers passing through Heraklion Port should expect increased congestion and possible delays, particularly those using ferry connections. Allow extra time when arriving or departing by sea, and follow instructions from port staff. The situation does not affect Heraklion airport or other parts of the city. Local services and tourist areas remain operational as normal.

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