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EU investigates Frontex border agency's role in deadly migrant shipwreck

  • EU's ombudsman launched a probe into Frontex's role in the shipwreck off Greece that killed hundreds.
  • The probe aims to determine accountability for the deaths and Frontex's rescue responsibilities.
  • The shipwreck is believed to be Europe's deadliest in years with over 80 bodies recovered so far.
  • Frontex is cooperating with the investigation into its internal rules and cooperation with Greek authorities.
  • The probe comes amid EU's more restrictive migration policies and ahead of 2024 elections.
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