At least 17 migrants drown in Crete sea crossing
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At least 17 migrants attempting to cross the Mediterranean Sea in an inflatable boat died when it capsized south of the island of Crete, Greek authorities say.
Breakdown
- Seventeen migrants died when their boat capsized south of Crete
- The dinghy was found 36 nautical miles off Ierapetra by a Turkish vessel 11s
- Two Egyptian men were rescued and hospitalized 21s
- Greece is a major EU entry point for migrants; fatal accidents are common 30s
- Authorities have not determined the boat's origin 47s