Mr. Erdogan accused European leaders of failing to keep their promise to help Turkey bear the load of hosting 3.6 million Syrian refugees. The Turkish Army also suffered significant casualties in an airstrike in northwest Syria last week. European Union leaders have issued vague messages of support to Turkey for its loss of soldiers in Syria after airstrikes and to Greece for its migrant troubles. Thousands of migrants languishing in Turkey made their way to the border this weekend after Mr. Erdogan said he wouldn’t stand in their way. “From the Hellenic Republic: Greece is increasing border security to level maximum,” the message said in English.

Source: International New York Times March 01, 2020 15:33 UTC