At least 40 irregular migrants have drowned after their boat capsized off the coast of Tunisia, while 30 others were rescued, according to judicial authorities.
The incident occurred at dawn near the coastal province of Mahdia. Initial investigations indicated that around 70 people were aboard the vessel when it sank. Among the victims were infants, highlighting the tragic nature of the disaster.
Tunisian authorities continue search and recovery operations as migration attempts from North Africa toward Europe remain frequent, often involving overcrowded and unsafe boats.
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