It was reported that the bodies of 20 irregular migrants were found off the coast of Nabil province in eastern Tunisia.
20 bodies found
According to the news of the Tunisian official news agency (TAP), the bodies of 20 of the irregular migrants whose boats capsized off the coast of Nabil province were found.
In the news, which stated that 12 of the bodies belonged to Syrian immigrants, no information was given about the nationalities of the others.
SEARCH AND RESCUE WORK CONTINUES
It was reported that the bodies were taken to Nabil Muhammed et-Tahiri Hospital for autopsy, and that search and rescue efforts continue.
Countries in northern Africa such as Tunisia and Libya are seen as a point of departure for irregular migrants who want to reach Europe illegally via the Mediterranean.
Every year, thousands of migrants sail from Africa to the Mediterranean to reach Europe in hopes of a better life. While some of the immigrants manage to reach Europe, others die at sea. (AA)