A tragic collision between a Greek coast guard patrol boat and a speedboat carrying migrants occurred off the island of Chios, resulting in at least 15 confirmed deaths. Rescuers recovered the bodies of 11 men and three women from the Aegean Sea, while 25 survivors were transported to hospitals for treatment. The incident highlights the continued dangers of the maritime migration routes into Europe and has sparked a search and rescue operation for potential missing passengers.
Date: February 4, 2026. Source: apnews.com