Pakistan, July 30 -- At least 18 migrants lost their lives in a tragic shipwreck near Tobruk, a coastal city in eastern Libya, according to the International Organization for Migration (IOM). The incident occurred over the weekend, with authorities still searching for around 50 missing people. So far, 10 survivors have been found and are receiving help from local officials.
A diplomat from the Egyptian consulate in Benghazi confirmed that the victims were Egyptian nationals. He said 10 of the deceased were identified and their bodies were returned to Egypt. Meanwhile, the rescued survivors have been placed in an anti-illegal migration center for further assistance.
Officials from Libya's Coast Guard reported that several bodies were dis...
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