Overview
- The coast guard says 14 bodies were recovered and a wounded woman later died in hospital, bringing the death toll to at least 15.
- Authorities report that 25 migrants, including about 11 children, were rescued and taken to a Chios hospital, while two coast guard officers were injured.
- The search-and-rescue effort continues with four patrol vessels, a Hellenic Air Force helicopter, a Super Puma with thermal cameras, and a private boat carrying divers.
- Investigators have secured the area and are examining initial accounts that smugglers steered toward the patrol vessel, and officials have not confirmed whether shots were fired.
- Greece remains a key sea entry point to the EU, and the incident comes as the government seeks tougher penalties against trafficking and smuggling.