Tragedy in Mauritania: 89 Migrants Perish in Boat Capsizing
A devastating incident occurred on the coast of Mauritania, resulting in the loss of at least 89 lives when a large traditional fishing boat carrying migrants capsized. The Mauritanian Coast Guards bravely worked to recover the bodies of those who perished, while managing to rescue nine individuals, including a young 5-year-old girl. The tragic event took place approximately 4 kilometers from the city of Ndiago in the Atlantic Ocean. The ill-fated boat, which departed from the Gambia-Senegal border on a journey towards Europe, was carrying over 170 migrants, as reported by survivors. This heartbreaking event sheds light on the dangers faced by West African migrants embarking on treacherous voyages across the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea in search of better opportunities. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) highlighted the extreme risks associated with crossings on the Atlantic Ocean, with migrants often enduring extended periods stranded at sea on unsafe vessels in regions lacking adequate rescue operations. The story continues to develop, and updates will be provided as details emerge.
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