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flag Turkish Coast Guard rescued 104 migrants off Izmir and detained them on Oct. 16, 2025.

flag On October 16, 2025, Turkish Coast Guard units rescued and detained 104 irregular migrants in three operations off the western coast of Türkiye, primarily in Izmir Province. flag Migrants were rescued near Dikili, Cesme, and Menderes after their rubber boats encountered difficulties. flag All were transferred to Izmir for processing. flag The Coast Guard reported 282 suspected human traffickers arrested in 2025, down from 370 in 2024. flag Interceptions of irregular migrants totaled 16,377 by October 16, a significant drop from 43,714 last year, with 40 migrant deaths recorded. flag The Aegean coast of Izmir remains a key route for migrants attempting to reach Europe.

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