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Survivors Challenge Greek Coastguard Over Deadly Shipwreck

Protesters hold a banner against EU and Greek government policies towards migrants during a protest, following a deadly collision between a migrant boat and a coast guard vessel off the island of Chios, in Athens, Greece, February 5, 2026.  Survivors of a fatal shipwreck near the Greek island of Chios are disputing the Greek coastguard’s official account of the incident that left 15 Afghan migrants dead. Authorities claim the migrants’ dinghy was traveling without lights, ignored repeated warnings, and suddenly veered into a patrol vessel, causing the collision. Multiple survivors, however, insist that no warnings were issued and that the dinghy never changed course. They say the coastguard vessel only revealed itself moments before impact, leaving them no time to react. Their testimonies have intensified calls from human rights groups for an independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. The incident has renewed scrutiny of Greece’s border enforcement...
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Russia Points Finger at U.S. as Cuba’s Fuel Crisis Escalates

Tricycle cabs wait for their turn to pick up clients as Cubans brace for fuel scarcity measures in Havana.

Cuba is grappling with a severe fuel shortage that has disrupted transportation, strained public services, and forced the government to tighten rationing measures. The Kremlin has described the situation as “critical,” arguing that U.S. sanctions are largely to blame for the island’s deepening energy emergency.

Russian officials claim Washington’s long‑standing restrictions are designed to “suffocate” Cuba by limiting its access to fuel imports and financial channels. Moscow says it remains in close contact with Havana and is exploring ways to support its ally as the crisis intensifies. Meanwhile, Cuban authorities warn that the coming weeks may bring further disruptions as supplies continue to dwindle.


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