Tragic Capsize: Egyptian Migrants' Perilous Journey
A boat carrying Egyptian migrants capsized off Libya's coast, resulting in the death of 12 people. One survivor was reported. The incident underscores the risky migration routes in the Mediterranean, especially with Libya serving as a key transit point for those fleeing conflict and poverty.
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A tragic incident occurred when a boat carrying 13 Egyptian migrants capsized off the coast of Libya, resulting in the loss of 12 lives, according to local authorities and humanitarian group Al-Abreen.
The capsizing took place 60 kilometers east of Tobruk on Monday evening, leaving only one survivor. The bodies of the deceased have been recovered and brought to shore.
This accident highlights Libya's role as a major transit point for migrants seeking to escape war and poverty in Africa and the Middle East.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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