Collision Between Migrant Speedboat and Greek Coast Guard Vessel Results in 15 Deaths
A tragic collision occurred between a migrant speedboat and a Greek coast guard vessel off the eastern Aegean island of Chios, resulting in at least 15 fatalities. The Greek coast guard reported that 14 bodies, including 11 men and three women, were recovered from the sea. Additionally, 25 migrants, including about 11 children, were rescued and taken to a hospital on Chios. Two coast guard officers were also injured and hospitalized. The total number of people on the speedboat remains unclear, and a search and rescue operation involving patrol boats, a helicopter, and divers is ongoing for potentially missing individuals.