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Some refugees have shared their harrowing experiences, revealing that their perilous journeys were motivated by desperation. One individual recounted risking life-threatening crossings, such as the dangerous Channel route, to reach Europe. Despite having asylum in Greece, many refuse to settle in camps, citing dissatisfaction with living conditions in tents and temporary shelters, and are willing to pay hefty sums—sometimes around €3,000—to smugglers for safer routes.
Television interviews broadcast these stories, exposing how some individuals exploit the asylum system, leading to accusations that border policies are being abused. Critics argue that this abuse overwhelms the system, making it difficult for genuine refugees to find protection.