Watchdog criticises Cyprus's treatment of asylum seekers
by Helena Smith in Athens from World news | The Guardian on (#5FGDX)
Country urged to improve its services amid concerns over alleged pushbacks as migrant crisis grows
Cyprus has been urged to improve its treatment of the growing number of asylum seekers landing on its shores in a strongly worded rebuke by Europe's leading human rights watchdog.
The country was singled out for censure amid increased concerns over alleged pushbacks at sea as government officials grapple with a worsening migrant crisis.
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