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#SeekingRefuge: Lesbos' on-going battle to tackle refugee crisis

ITV News is on the Greek island of Lesbos to witness the ongoing battle of those seeking refuge in Europe.

Humanitarian agencies have estimated that more than 1,000 refugees arrive on the small island daily. In the early hours of Monday, ITV News witnessed dozens arriving safely.

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Lesbos offering aid to thousands seeking refuge

The Greek island of Lesbos has continued to offer aid to the latest refugees and migrants who have journeyed in their thousands across the Mediterranean Sea.

A ferry transported around 2,500 to the island on Monday, the latest arrival among an estimated 580,000 people to have arrived in Europe by sea this year.

The coastline along Lesbos has turned bright orange with the life jackets of the refugees. Credit: Jamie Roberton/ITV News
The huge influx on Monday meant only women, children and young families were allowed onto waiting buses. Credit: Jamie Roberton/ITV News
The remaining had to walk the 17km to the next camp in order to access food and water and washing facilities. Credit: Jamie Roberton/ITV News

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