18 Migrants Drown in Aegean Sea Boat Tragedy Near Turkey
The crossings are typically carried out in overcrowded and unsafe boats, making them highly risky.
BODRUM (Web Desk) – At least 18 migrants drowned after a rubber dinghy sank in the Aegean Sea off the coast of Bodrum in southwestern Turkey, the Turkish coastguard said on Wednesday.
According to officials, 21 undocumented migrants were rescued alive during search and rescue operations, while the bodies of 18 victims were recovered from the sea. Authorities have not yet confirmed the nationalities of those on board.
The coastguard added that efforts are ongoing to locate any missing individuals, with search operations continuing in the area.
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Shipwreck incidents are frequent along this route, as migrants attempt the dangerous journey from Turkey to nearby Greek islands, often seen as a gateway to the European Union. The crossings are typically carried out in overcrowded and unsafe boats, making them highly risky.
The latest tragedy highlights the ongoing humanitarian crisis and the dangers faced by migrants seeking to reach Europe via sea routes.
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