Ankara and international human rights groups have repeatedly condemned Greece's illegal practice of pushing back asylum seekers.
NGOs have been hitting out at Greek authorities for violating humanitarian values and international law by endangering the lives of vulnerable people, including women and children.
Türkiye has been a key transit point for irregular migrants who want to cross into Europe to start new lives, especially those fleeing war and persecution in their countries.
Türkiye already hosts 4 million refugees, more than any other country in the world.
The Turkish government has been taking new security measures on its borders to humanely prevent an influx of migrants.
