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Greek Coast Guard Rescues Migrants and Refugees Near Lesbos

The Greek coast guard posted video to YouTube on October 3 showing the rescue of migrants and refugees from a boat near the Greek island of Lesbos. Those rescued included a disabled woman, according to the coast guard, with Kathemerini reporting on October 2 the rescue of a disabled woman along with 42 others near Lesbos.

Thousands make the dangerous crossing by boat from Turkey to the Greek islands of Kos and Lesbos every week, with many dying during the perilous journey. Credit: YouTube/Hellenic Coast Guard