Refugee Boat Sinks Off Greece

complicated by political turmoil in the country. Many are fleeing the country and heading to Europe, risking dangerous routes to start a better life.

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif declared Monday a national day of mourning for those who died in the boat’s sinking.

In a tweet Sunday, he ordered a “high-level inquiry” into the incident.

“I assure the nation that those found negligent towards their duty will be held to account. Responsibility will be fixed after the inquiry and heads will roll,” Sharif wrote.

EU Commissioner for Home Affairs

Ylva Johansson condemned the role of “smugglers” who put people on the boats.