Coast Guard Rescues 192 Foreign Nationals Off Southern Crete

Tuesday, 9 June 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

The Greek Coast Guard rescued 192 foreign nationals near Kaloi Limenes, a small bay on the southern coast of Crete. The operation involved collecting the individuals from the water or a vessel in distress, a situation that reflects ongoing migration activity along Crete's southern shores. Kaloi Limenes is a quiet area known historically as the anchorage mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles, and is occasionally visited by travelers exploring the Messara plain and nearby Matala. The rescue operation was handled by maritime authorities and did not affect tourist infrastructure or major transport routes on the island. Visitors to the southern coast should be aware that Coast Guard vessels may be active in the area. There is no safety concern for tourists, and travel to nearby sites including Phaistos, Matala, and the Messara region continues normally.