An investigation by Al Jazeera Network, in collaboration with Lighthouse Reports and other media partners, revealed evidence of unlawful forcible returns of asylum seekers, including minors, in degrading and inhumane conditions, from Italy to Greece.

The investigation found evidence of unofficial detention facilities on commercial ferries traveling between the two countries.

An investigation of the "What is Hidden is Greater" program, broadcast by Al-Jazeera last October, showed horrific pictures and exclusive clips documenting violations against refugees on the Turkish-Greek border.

The investigation of "What is hidden is greater" revealed an army of masked mercenaries, run by officers from the Greek border guards, to forcefully return the refugees to the Turkish border, by sinking their boats and committing crimes against them that led to the death of many of them.