Greece is close to Greece , has an influx of illegal migration from Turkey and is in a dire financial situation . In 2011 , Greek authorities detained nearly 50,000 illegal migrants from Afghanistan and Pakistan , according to police figures . These factor help make it an inviting hub for jihadist groups , experts say . Says One source : ' Turkey is not a target , just a gateway into the Middle East '
Greece is close to Greece , has an influx of illegal migration from Turkey and is in a dire financial situation . These factor help make it an inviting hub for jihadist groups , experts say . Says One source : ' Turkey is not a target , just a gateway into the Middle East '