Tragic Capsize of Migrant Boat off Libyan Coast

A boat carrying Europe-bound migrants capsized off the Libyan coast, resulting in one fatality and 22 missing persons. Libyan authorities reported that 32 migrants were aboard, with nine successfully rescued by the coast guard in Tobruk, eastern Libya.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Cairo | Updated: 03-09-2024 19:46 IST | Created: 03-09-2024 19:46 IST
Tragic Capsize of Migrant Boat off Libyan Coast
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In a tragic incident, a boat carrying Europe-bound migrants capsized off the coast of Libya on Tuesday, according to Libyan authorities. One individual has been confirmed dead, while 22 remain missing.

The coast guard station in Tobruk, eastern Libya, reported that the vessel was transporting 32 migrants before the mishap occurred.

Out of these, nine migrants were rescued. The incident highlights ongoing concerns around migrant safety in perilous sea voyages towards Europe.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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