A Greek naval court has charged 17 coastguards in connection with a tragic migrant boat disaster that occurred on June 14, 2023, resulting in the deaths of up to 650 individuals when the overcrowded Adriana vessel sank. Survivors accuse the coastguards of causing the boat to capsize during a failed towing attempt, while Greek authorities deny these claims. The charges include “causing a shipwreck,” and the legal team for victims views this as a significant step toward justice, with further proceedings expected in the coming weeks.
