The tragic sinking of a migrant boat off the coast of Greece is believed to be one of the deadliest incidents in modern times. It is estimated that hundreds of people are still missing and likely to have lost their lives in the shipwreck that occurred earlier this week. Speaking at a press conference in Brussels on Friday, EU Commissioner for Home Affairs Ylva Johansson described it as the worst tragedy the Mediterranean has ever witnessed.
The boat, which was carrying migrants from Tobruk, Libya, to Italy, capsized in the ocean near Greece. This devastating loss of life has sparked outrage in Europe as the ongoing migrant crisis continues to result in treacherous journeys for foreign nationals attempting to reach the continent.
Johansson condemned the overcrowded boat that was organized by smugglers. She stated that they were not sending people to Europe, but instead, to their deaths. She emphasized the urgent need to prevent such tragedies from occurring.
Rescue services have managed to save over 100 passengers and recover approximately 79 bodies so far. However, survivors claim that there were as many as 750 people on board when the boat sank.
The photographs of the boat before and after the tragedy paint a stark picture of the incident. The Greek coastguard has declared three days of mourning in response to the devastating event.
Efforts are underway to search for survivors in the ionian Sea, but hope of finding more people alive is fading. The loss of innocent lives in this incident serves as a solemn reminder of the dangers faced by migrants seeking a better life.
Together, we must strive to prevent further tragedies and find sustainable solutions to the ongoing migrant crisis.
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