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Tragic Shipwrecks off Tunisia Lead to Rising Migrant Deaths in the Mediterranean

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Tragic Shipwrecks off Tunisia Lead to Rising Migrant Deaths in the Mediterranean

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  • At least 27 migrants have died after two vessels sank off Tunisia's coast, according to state broadcaster Tunisia TV.
  • 83 individuals were rescued three miles from Alataya, amid reports of four shipwrecks and 84 total fatalities in the past week.
  • UNICEF reports over 2,200 deaths in the Mediterranean during 2024, with many victims being children fleeing violence and poverty.
  • The International Organization for Migration states that more than 31,184 migrants have died or disappeared in the Mediterranean since 2014.
  • Advocacy groups are urging governments to prioritize children's safety and address the root causes of migration.

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