The 35-meter vessel Hasan Reis sank in the Ionian Sea off the coast of Corfu, Greece. The wooden-hulled vessel had 263 migrants onboard was bound for Italy when it sank. A nearby dutch freighter rescued 241 passengers. Reports state there were still 22 poeple missing. Greek authorities are conducting a search for survivors. 15 passengers were injuried and 2 men were detained for smuggling.

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