The migration organization said that the capsized boat was believed to have been carrying 700 people and was thought to have left from Egypt. Five Greek ships were near where the boat capsized, and they were joined by the Coast Guard vessels and helicopters, Greek officials said. VideoA merchant ship reported at 7:20 a.m. on Friday that the migrant vessel had capsized, the Italian Coast Guard said. The Greek Shipping Ministry said that two Coast Guard vessels and three helicopters had been sent to scour the area for more survivors. Greek officials said the boat had overturned in international waters that were under Egypt’s authority.

Source: New York Times June 03, 2016 12:11 UTC