In a devastating maritime disaster, over 60 migrants, including children, are presumed dead following the...

Published: 8:26 am December 17, 2023
Updated: 11:28 am October 8, 2025
Tragic Shipwreck off Libyan Coast Claims Over 60 Lives, Including Children – UKNIP

In a devastating maritime disaster, over 60 migrants, including children, are presumed dead following the capsizing of their vessel off the Libyan coast. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) confirmed the tragic incident on Saturday, highlighting the perilous nature of Mediterranean crossings.

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The ill-fated boat, carrying around 86 people, embarked from the Libyan city of Zuwara. According to survivor accounts, it encountered high waves that eventually overwhelmed the vessel. This latest incident adds to the grim tally of fatalities in one of the deadliest migration routes globally.

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