Overview

• A migrant boat sank near the Greek island of Lesbos on April 3, 2025, resulting in seven confirmed deaths, including two children.
• The Greek Coast Guard and Port Police have rescued 23 individuals, with search efforts ongoing for additional survivors.
• The initial death toll of four was revised to seven after further bodies were recovered later in the day.
• The sinking highlights the dangers of crossings in the Aegean Sea, where over 2,300 migrants were reported dead or missing in 2024.
• Greece's stricter immigration policies, aimed at deterring illegal entry and expediting deportations, have drawn criticism from human rights organizations.