Greece's coast guard says it rescued about 60 migrants or refugees from a sailboat which ran aground off the coast of the eastern Aegean island of Lesvos, and all passengers were being taken to the island.
The coast guard said the vessel ran aground Thursday south-southwest of Lesvos. Two fishing boats in the area were assisting two coast guard patrol boats.
The number of migrants and refugees reaching Greek islands from the nearby Turkish coast has fallen dramatically in recent months, from hundreds or even thousands daily to none or a few dozen, following a European Union-Turkey deal under which those arriving on or after March 20 face being returned to Turkey unless they successfully apply for asylum in Greece.
[AP]
Greecian coast guard rescues 60 migrants off the Island of Lesvos
Jun 16, 2016
By Buchi
Leave a comment...
- Newest
- Oldest
- Best
Recent Post

Signs that Show Your Home Has a Good Resale Value

Which Country Actually Consumes the Most Alcohol in the World?

Natural Ways to Cure Household Stenches

One Time Most Powerful Cities in the World But Now Lost

Hidden Facts About the Easter Holiday You Probably Have Missed

How is Technology Messing up Your Life?

With these Genes Humans Can Possess Superhero Abilities ---Science