A bleak winter beckons for many refugees and migrants trapped in Greece, with thousands left vulnerable to the elements. Aid organizations are offering winter assistance to those stuck in the country since the closure of the Balkan route last spring.
Migrants in Greece Prepare for Winter
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The Sedarat family make their tent as homely as possible, but water gets in when it rains, soaking blankets. (J. Owens for VOA)
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It is thought that around 10,000 refugees and migrants remain in tents across Greece, excluding those in warehouses. (J. Owens for VOA)
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Azizola Separate, an Afghan who is in Greece with his wife and four children. (J. Owens for VOA)
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A child walks through Schisto camp, one of around 50 refugee camps scattered around Greece. (J. Owens for VOA)