At Least 27 Dead, Dozens Rescued as Migrant Boats Sink off Tunisia

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The Tunisian coast guard has recovered the bodies of 27 African migrants after two boats sank in the Mediterranean off the coast of Sfax, a city frequently used as a departure point for those attempting to reach Europe. 

According to the national guard, the incidents occurred as migrants tried to cross the perilous waters in hopes of finding better opportunities abroad. Rescuers managed to save 87 people who were aboard the same two boats that sank. 

This tragedy follows a similar pattern of fatal incidents in recent months. In December, Tunisian authorities recovered the bodies of approximately 30 migrants in two separate incidents, after their boats capsized en route to Europe. 

Tunisia is currently facing an unprecedented migration crisis, having overtaken Libya as the main launch point for African migrants and Tunisians seeking a better life in Europe. The country’s coastal regions, particularly around Sfax, have become hotspots for these high-risk journeys across the Mediterranean. 

As the crisis deepens, the need for collaborative international efforts to address the root causes of migration and improve safety measures for migrants becomes increasingly urgent. 

Reuters

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