Pakistan mourns as questions arise over Greek migrant boat tragedy.

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Over 300 Pakistani nationals have died in the sinking of an overcrowded fishing trawler off the coast of Greece, making it one of the worst tragedies in the Mediterranean Sea. The incident highlights the urgent need to address and condemn the abhorrent act of illegal human trafficking. Despite the dangers, tens of thousands of people are willing to risk everything to make the unsafe journey to Europe, searching for a better life. Many European countries have toughened their borders and their stance toward migrants, while Greek authorities have faced criticism for how the disaster was handled.
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