Greek Coastguard

The Greek Coastguard is the national coast guard of Greece, responsible for maritime safety, search and rescue operations, and border control within Greek territorial waters. They are currently newsworthy due to a recent collision between one of their patrol vessels and a speedboat carrying migrants and asylum seekers. The incident occurred off the coast of Chios in the Aegean Sea, resulting in the deaths of at least 14 people. The Coastguard initiated a search and rescue operation, deploying patrol boats, an air force helicopter, and divers. They rescued 26 people. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges of managing migration flows in the Aegean Sea and the potential for tragic accidents during such operations. The Coastguard's role in border security and search and rescue remains critically important in this context.