Albanian Vessel "Butrinti" Rescues 36 Migrants in Aegean Sea, including 12 Children

Albanian Vessel "Butrinti" in open sea

 During a routine patrol in the Aegean Sea, in the border waters between Greece and Turkey, the Albanian vessel "Butrinti" carried out a successful search and rescue (SAR) operation. The mission, conducted as part of international cooperation efforts, provided assistance to a rubber dinghy carrying 36 migrants from the Middle East.

Among those rescued were 12 children who had departed from Çeşme, Turkey, with the aim of reaching the Greek island of Chios. The perilous journey across the sea posed significant dangers, highlighting the urgency of intervention.

Following the completion of the operation, the rescued migrants were handed over to the Turkish Coast Guard, which expressed gratitude for the crucial support provided by the Albanian vessel "Butrinti."

This successful mission underscores the ongoing collaboration between Albania and international partners in addressing humanitarian crises at sea and ensuring the safety of those undertaking dangerous crossings.