Greece has blamed smugglers for the deaths of 15 migrants when their speedboat hit a Greek coastguard vessel near Chios. Authorities said the migrants failed to obey coastguard signals and made dangerous moves, causing the crash. Twenty-four others were injured. Yet, previous cases raise doubts over these quick conclusions. In 2023, over 650 migrants died near Kalamata. Greek officials blamed smugglers, but survivors said coastguards’ actions caused the tragedy. Four coastguard officers now face manslaughter charges for that incident. So far, no survivor testimony or independent evidence has confirmed Greece's account of Tuesday’s crash. It is unclear if the coastguard recorded the event. Phones and videos might hold key proof but could be missing as in past cases. Greece is a main route into the EU for migrants. The UN refugee agency reports 41,696 arrived by sea in 2025, down from 54,417 in 2024. The Greek government has toughened migration policies under Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis since 2019. While many voters back this, human rights groups criticize the coastguard for dangerous tactics. The EU is reviewing possible human rights violations by Greece. Opposition parties have condemned the coastguard's role in the recent deaths. Immigration Minister Thanos Plevris supports the coastguard’s version and praised their actions, contrasting them with critics. Many facts remain unclear in this latest sea tragedy. Past experience warns the full truth may remain hidden in the dark waters of the Mediterranean.