Tragedy at Sea: 12 Dead After Boat Sinks off Tunisian Coast

At least 12 people, including three infants, were killed, and 10 others went missing after their boat sank off the Tunisian coast near Djerba. The coast guard rescued 29 survivors from the crowded vessel. The incident occurred as the migrants attempted to cross the Mediterranean to reach Europe.

At least 12 people, including three infants, lost their lives and 10 remain missing after their boat sank off the Tunisian coast near Djerba on Monday, an official and a local rights group confirmed to Reuters.

The coast guard managed to rescue 29 individuals who had been on the overcrowded boat, the official added. The tragic event occurred as the passengers were making an attempt to cross the Mediterranean Sea en route to Europe.

The search and rescue operations continue amid growing concerns over the safety and well-being of those still missing.

(With inputs from agencies.)