Tragedy Strikes as Migrants Perish Off Samos Island

Three migrants died and five were rescued near Samos, Greece. The Greek public broadcaster reports that more may be missing. A search and rescue mission involving four coastguard vessels and a helicopter is underway off the rocky shores of Agios Isidoros on Samos Island.

Three migrants were reported dead and five others rescued off the island of Samos, Greece, as per the Greek public broadcaster on Monday.

The broadcaster added that more individuals were believed to be missing. The Greek coastguard confirmed that a search and rescue operation, involving four coastguard vessels and a helicopter, was ongoing off the rocky shores of Agios Isidoros, located in the island's northwestern part.

The situation remains dire as the search continues for additional victims.

(With inputs from agencies.)