Breaking: British-Flagged Ship Sinks Off Greek Island, Rescue for 17 Passengers Afoot

A British-flagged vessel has sunk off the coast of Greece, with a rescue operation underway to save the 17 passengers on board.

 

The boat is located off the island of the Cycladic island of Milos, the Greek coastguard has said.

 

They added that several vessels and a navy helicopter were assisting the rescue operation.

 

The circumstances of the accident were not immediately known and there were no immediate details on the type of vessel involved.

 

Milos is the south-westernmost island in the Cyclades group and is known for its exotic beaches and color landscapes.