State Department spokesperson Morgan Ortagus expressed the US appreciation for the Greek government’s efforts to coordinate with the international and humanitarian communities in order to relieve the suffering of the most vulnerable individuals.
“We are deeply saddened to hear of the fires that consumed the Moria Reception and Identification Center on the Greek island of Lesvos, which has resulted in the further displacement of thousands of refugees and asylum seekers. The United States is coordinating with the Government of Greece, the European Union, and our humanitarian partners to assess needs, and we continue to provide humanitarian assistance, including critical aid such as food, water, shelter, and protection to vulnerable refugees and migrants in Greece,” she said.
“Over the past year, the United States has provided more than 8 million dollars in humanitarian assistance to assist vulnerable people in Greece, including nearly 5 million euros to support the COVID-19 pandemic response,” she added.
Source: ANA-MPA
