Tragic Collision in the Aegean: Migrant Lives Lost

Fifteen migrants perished in a collision between their boat and a Greek coast guard vessel off Chios island. While 25 migrants were rescued, one later died. The coast guard claims smugglers caused the collision. Greece's treatment of migrants remains under scrutiny amid allegations of human rights violations.

In a tragic turn of events, fifteen migrants lost their lives after a collision with a Greek coast guard vessel off the island of Chios, the coast guard reported on Tuesday.

The coast guard discovered a dingy carrying migrants toward Chios and instructed them to turn back. According to officials, the smugglers then maneuvered towards the coast guard vessel, leading to the fatal collision.

While 25 migrants were rescued, one woman later died, and an ongoing search is in place. Scrutiny surrounds Greece's handling of migrants, amid past allegations of improper conduct by authorities.

(With inputs from agencies.)