Greek coastguard rescues 242 people after boat capsizes near Lesbos

The Greek coastguard has rescued 242 people off the eastern island of Lesbos after the wooden boat they travelled in capsized, leaving at least three people dead.

Greek coastguard rescues 242 people after boat capsizes near Lesbos

The Greek coastguard has rescued 242 people off the eastern island of Lesbos after the wooden boat they travelled in capsized, leaving at least three people dead.

Rescuers continue to search the rough waters for more survivors and the coastguard said it remains unclear how many people were on the boat when it went under.

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