Tragedy at Sea: Migrant Boat Disaster in Greece Raises Alarms

Fifteen migrants died when their boat collided with a Greek coast guard vessel off Chios. The tragedy has rekindled scrutiny on Greece's migrant policies. Survivors described horrors at sea while questions arise over the coast guard's actions during one of the deadliest shipwrecks in years.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 04-02-2026 21:19 IST | Created: 04-02-2026 21:19 IST
Tragedy at Sea: Migrant Boat Disaster in Greece Raises Alarms
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In a tragic incident near the Greek island of Chios, fifteen migrants perished after their vessel collided with a coast guard ship. This incident, which has become one of the deadliest in recent years, throws a spotlight on Greece's handling of migration and refugee policies.

The migrant boat, primarily carrying Afghans, ignored signals from the coast guard before the collision occurred. Rescuers managed to save 25 passengers, but sadly, one woman later succumbed to her injuries in the hospital.

The aftermath has spurred renewed criticism of Greece's approach to migrant inflow, particularly after rights groups charged that the country often prioritizes interception over rescue missions.

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