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Fifteen Lives Lost in Tragic Boat Collision Off Chios

Greek emergency personnel wait to transfer bodies of dead migrants, following migrant’s boat collision with coast guard off the island of Chios, in the port of Chios, Greece, February 3, 2026. A deadly maritime collision near the Greek island of Chios has left fifteen migrants dead and prompted urgent questions about how the incident unfolded. According to early reports, a migrant vessel carrying dozens of people struck a Hellenic Coast Guard patrol boat during the night, causing the smaller craft to overturn. Rescue teams recovered multiple bodies from the water while continuing to search the surrounding area for any additional survivors. Twenty‑five people were pulled from the sea alive, several of whom were transported to local hospitals for treatment. Authorities have opened an investigation to determine the sequence of events leading up to the crash, including the movements of both vessels and the conditions at the time. The tragedy adds to the growing concerns over the dangers...

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Israel's Warning Strike: A Pledge to Protect Druze in Syria

Israel has announced that it carried out a warning strike in Syria, targeting an extremist group allegedly preparing to attack the Druze community in the town of Sahnaya, near Damascus. This action comes amidst escalating sectarian violence in predominantly Druze areas, which has left several people dead and many others in fear. 

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz issued a joint statement emphasizing Israel's commitment to safeguarding the Druze minority. They conveyed a stern message to the Syrian regime, urging it to act decisively to prevent harm to the Druze population. The Druze, a religious minority with followers in Syria, Lebanon, and Israel, have faced increasing threats since the rise of Islamist-led forces in Syria.

The strike highlights Israel's broader concerns about the stability of its borders and its pledge to protect minority groups in the region. As violence continues to spread, the situation remains tense, with calls for calm and protection for vulnerable communities.

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