Tag: Gavdos
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Three Dead in Migrant Boat Sinking Off Crete: Greek Coastguard Updates
Overview Tragedy struck off the southern coast of Crete as a boat carrying would-be migrants sank in near-gale conditions south of Gavdos, the Greek coastguard said. At least three people were confirmed dead, with search and rescue operations continuing in the hour after the incident. The incident underscores the ongoing risks faced by people attempting…
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Tragedy Near Crete: At Least Three Dead After Migrant Boat Sinks South of Gavdos
Overview of the incident In a grim reminder of the ongoing Mediterranean migration crisis, Greek authorities confirmed that at least three people died when a boat carrying would-be migrants sank south of Crete. The distress happened in near-gale winds close to the small island of Gavdos, about 80 kilometers south of the main island cluster.…
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Migrant boat sinks south of Crete; 3 dead, Greek coastguard says
Tragic sinking off Gavdos prompts renewed warnings about dangerous sea crossings A boat carrying would-be migrants sank in the open waters south of Crete, near the small island of Gavdos, leaving at least three people dead, the Greek coastguard said on Tuesday. The incident occurred amid near-gale winds, complicating rescue efforts and hindering communication with…