A tragic incident unfolded near the Greek coast as a boat carrying migrants capsized, leaving at least 40 Pakistanis feared dead. According to reports, the vessel was overcrowded and faced adverse weather conditions during its journey.
Local authorities and rescue teams are conducting extensive search and recovery operations. The Greek Coast Guard has recovered several bodies, while dozens of individuals remain missing. Survivors reported that the boat was carrying migrants from various countries, including Pakistan, in hopes of reaching Europe.
The Pakistani Embassy in Greece is coordinating with local officials to verify the identities of the victims and offer assistance to survivors. Officials in Islamabad expressed their condolences, urging for stricter measures against human trafficking networks responsible for such perilous journeys.
This tragedy highlights the ongoing crisis of illegal migration and the desperate risks taken by individuals seeking better opportunities abroad.
