Greece's Migrant Boat Tragedy: Causes, Survivor Accounts, and EU Border Agency's Response

The sinking of an overcrowded fishing boat carrying hundreds of migrants near Greece's coast has become one of the deadliest refugee tragedies in recent years. Over 80 bodies have been recovered, and around 500 people, including children, are still missing and feared dead. The incident has highlighted the dangers of the Mediterranean Sea crossing and the strict migration policies adopted by European countries. Survivors have accused Greek authorities of not intervening earlier, while Greek officials deny trying to tow the boat. Migrant deaths in the Mediterranean have become increasingly common, with over 27,000 deaths or disappearances recorded since 2014. European countries have implemented more restrictive asylum and migration policies, targeting arrivals from Africa and the Middle East.