Up to 26 migrants feared dead after boat capsizes just off the Greek island of Lesbos – TheLiberal.ie – Our News, Your Views

Up to 26 migrants feared dead after boat capsizes just off the Greek island of Lesbos




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The human tragedy that is the current migrant crisis continues, as a number of people are feared dead after their dinghy sank off the Greek island of Lesbos.

Local coastguard mounted a rescue operation, and managed to pull 20 people from the water alive.

Reportedly, there were 46 people on board the vessel.

Events like this have become almost a daily occurrence in recent times. Thousands of people have perished so far this year while attempting the perilous crossings in often un-seaworthy vessels.

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