At least 79 dead after migrant boat, possibly from Libya, capsizes enroute to ItalyThe vessel appeared to capsize after people abruptly moved to one side, authorities say. Coast guard, navy and merchant vessels and aircraft fanned out for a vast search-and-rescue operation set to continue overnight. (Hellenic Coast Guard via AP)An aerial photograph of the battered blue vessel released by the Greek coast guard showed scores of people covering practically every inch of deck. Coast guard spokesman Nikos Alexiou told state ERT TV that it was impossible to accurately estimate the number of passengers. A second merchant ship later offered more supplies and assistance, which were turned down, the agency added.

Source: The North Africa Journal June 15, 2023 11:40 UTC