Thursday, April 24th, 2025

7 migrants drown as boat capsizes off Greece


11 June 2019  

Time taken to read : < 1 Minute


  • A
  • A
  • A

ATHENS: At leaser seven migrants, including two children, drowned after a boat carrying 64 people overturned off a Greek island of Lesbos on Tuesday, security officials said.

Another 57 people were rescued in an operation that was still ongoing, the official added. The nationality of the victims is yet to be ascertained.

The incident took place when migrants were attempting to cross the Aegean Sea from Turkey, a short but perilous trip often hit by bad weather.

(Agencies)

Publish Date : 11 June 2019 12:00 PM

Today’s News in a Nutshell

KATHMANDU: Khabarhub brings you a glimpse of major developments of

Supreme Court orders govt. to ensure teachers return to classrooms within three days

KATHMANDU: The Supreme Court on Thursday has directed the government

Acute blood shortage in Kavre leaves patients at risk

BANEPA: A severe shortage of blood has crippled medical services

Qatari Princess raises alarm over melting mountains

KATHMANDU: Qatari Princess Asma Al Thani has voiced grave concern

Eight student leaders arrested near PM’s residence during solidarity protest for teachers

KATHMANDU: Police on Thursday has detained eight student leaders affiliated