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Crete: Three Dead and 20 Rescued in Migrant Rescue Operation

Published February 21, 2026, 17:09
Crete: Three Dead and 20 Rescued in Migrant Rescue Operation

A search and rescue operation for migrants is underway in the sea area south of Kaloi Limenes in the municipality of Faistos, Crete, resulting so far in the rescue of 20 people and the discovery of three bodies. The operation is being carried out by FRONTEX vessels, an aerial means and passing ships. The rescued migrants are being transported to the port of Kaloi Limenes. The operation continues at an intensive pace.