Twenty-two migrants died off the Greek coast after spending six days at sea, according to Greek coastguard officials.

The Greek coastguard reported that poor weather conditions and a lack of food and water contributed to the deaths during the prolonged voyage.

The incident highlights ongoing dangers faced by migrants attempting to cross Mediterranean waters to reach Europe. Greece serves as a major entry point for migrants and refugees seeking to enter the European Union, with many making perilous sea crossings from Turkey.

Authorities have not released additional details about the victims' nationalities, the specific location where the boat was found, or how many survivors were rescued. The coastguard continues to patrol Mediterranean waters as part of search and rescue operations in the region.