Passport 'mega queue' strands Ryanair passengers in Greece

Ryanair passengers were left stranded at Athens airport after missing their flights due to severe congestion at passport control. The incident highlights ongoing travel disruptions linked to new border processing requirements.
Why it matters
It illustrates the practical challenges and friction caused by new international border security systems for travelers.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Ewan Somerville Karen Alarcon Cabada/NurPhoto/Getty Images Passport control queues at Athens airport this week Ryanair passengers were stranded in Greece after their UK-bound flight left without them as airports grapple with passport control delays.
The article presents the perspectives of both the airline and the airport regarding the delays.
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