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Infant and Mother Among Six Fatalities as Migrant Boats Capsize near Italian Shore

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Six individuals, including a mother and her baby, have tragically lost their lives as three migrant vessels sank in the Mediterranean Sea.

One vessel sank off Tunisia’s Kerkennah Islands, resulting in four confirmed deaths, while 51 people are feared missing.

Another heartbreaking incident occurred near the Italian island of Lampedusa, where a mother and her one-year-old baby perished. Over 30 individuals are unaccounted for after two boats sank.

The victims, hailing from the Ivory Coast, were discovered by coastguards. The boats departing from the Tunisian city of Sfax were carrying 48 and 42 people, respectively, bound for Lampedusa.

The Kerkennah Islands incident involved passengers primarily from sub-Saharan Africa, according to Tunisian authorities.

Tunisian officials also found the remains of 10 migrants on a beach near Sfax, likely due to a storm that possibly caused their boat to sink.

Sfax is recognized as a common departure point for migrants aspiring to reach Europe for better prospects.

Italy’s coastguard rescued 57 migrants from the sunken vessels located southwest of Lampedusa. The UN’s migration agency reported over 30 missing individuals initially.

The tragedies come after a fatal boat accident in Greece in June that resulted in numerous deaths and missing persons.

Subsequent to the recent events, Italian authorities, along with patrol boats and charitable organizations, have rescued around 2,000 more migrants arriving on Lampedusa.

However, rescue operations are hampered by adverse weather conditions and substandard boat quality. In some instances, boats’ engines are stolen mid-journey by traffickers for reuse.

NGOs have criticized Italy’s far-right government for passing laws that force rescue ships to use distant ports, increasing costs and reducing effective patrolling.

The Italian interior ministry reported a significant rise in sea migration figures this year, reaching 92,000 compared to 42,600 in the same period last year.

Since March, crossing attempts from Sfax to Lampedusa have surged due to Tunisian President Kais Saied’s accusations against sub-Saharan migrants.

The Central Mediterranean crossing from North Africa to Europe remains a deadly route, with over 1,800 lives lost, though the actual toll is suspected to be higher, says the International Organization for Migration.

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Europe heatwave: Nearly all major Italian cities on red heat alert

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A heatwave in Europe has led to red alerts for extreme heat in most of Italy’s major cities. The high temperatures, expected to peak on Wednesday, have put 23 cities on high alert.

The heatwave is affecting millions of people in the northern hemisphere and is accompanied by wildfires in Greece and the Swiss Alps. The heatwave is caused by a high-pressure system bringing warmer air from the tropics, while a jet stream remains stuck over central Europe.

The extreme heat is forecasted to continue through Wednesday in southern Europe, with temperatures exceeding 40°C (104°F). Italy’s health ministry has activated “heat codes” in emergency rooms to handle the increase in heat-related illnesses.

There has been a 20% rise in patients admitted with symptoms such as dehydration, exhaustion, and heat stroke. Record-breaking temperatures of 41.8°C (107.2°F) were recorded in Rome. Red alerts are also in place in Spain, Greece, and parts of the Balkans. The heatwave is expected to continue into August, according to the World Meteorological Organization.

Other parts of the world, including the US and China, are also experiencing extreme heatwaves. Climate change is cited as a significant factor in the increasing frequency and intensity of heatwaves.

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Europe migrant crisis: Dozens missing off Tunisian coast

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On March 24th, 2023, a migrant boat carrying dozens of people, mostly from sub-Saharan Africa, went missing off the Tunisian coast. The boat is believed to have been headed towards Italy, where many migrants attempt to seek asylum and a better life.

According to local reports, the boat had set off from the Tunisian city of Sfax, carrying around 50 to 60 people. However, it ran into trouble and is suspected to have sunk in the Mediterranean Sea. The Tunisian navy has launched a search and rescue operation, but so far, no survivors have been found.

The incident is just the latest in a series of tragic events involving migrants attempting to cross the Mediterranean Sea in search of a better life in Europe. Many of these migrants come from countries in sub-Saharan Africa, where they face poverty, conflict, and persecution. They risk their lives by taking dangerous journeys across the sea, often in overcrowded and unseaworthy boats.

The European Union has faced criticism for its response to the migrant crisis, with many arguing that it has not done enough to provide safe and legal routes for migrants to enter Europe. Instead, many are forced to take perilous journeys, risking their lives in the process.

The issue of migration has become a highly politicized one in Europe, with many countries taking a hardline stance against allowing migrants in. This has led to tensions between EU member states and has complicated efforts to address the issue.

As the search for survivors continues, the latest tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by those attempting to cross the Mediterranean in search of a better life. It also highlights the urgent need for the EU and its member states to find a humane and effective way to address the issue of migration.

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Antonio Conte it is ’embarrassing for everybody’ after fan threw banana at Richarlison

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It is “embarrassing for everyone,” according to Tottenham manager Antonio Conte, because Richarlison was targeted by a banana during a friendly match between Brazil and Tunisia.  When the incident happened in Paris on Tuesday, the Spurs forward was celebrating a goal.

Conte demanded that the offending spectator receive a lifetime ban from football. Conte remarked, “What happened when Richy played for the national team and scored a goal is extraordinary. Being present for a situation like this in 2022 is embarrassing for everyone. The event is under investigation, and Fifa has stated that it has a “clear, zero-tolerance attitude” against racism.

Conte continued, “I hope this guy can receive a lifetime ban from playing football, but it is a circumstance that is very disappointing to make a comment about this.”

“As long as it’s ‘blah blah blah’ and they don’t punish, it will continue like this,” Richarlison tweeted after the game. “[Racism] occurs everywhere and every day. No time, buddy.

Before the game began, Brazil posed with an anti-racism flag and lined up with the words: “Without our black players, we wouldn’t have stars on our shirts.”

In a statement, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said it “reinforced its position to combat racism” and “repudiates any display of prejudice”.

Tottenham also condemned the the abuse and offered Richarlison support: “This has no place in football, or anywhere. We stand with you, Richy.”

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French attacker is Tunisian man, says officials

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The man, who brutally killed three people in France, is a Tunisian man, says French officials. France has named the attack as a suspected case of terror.

The attacker has an Italian Red Cross document. He reached Italy in a migrant boat.  

The attacker was shot by police. He is undergoing treatment in a hospital in France. His heath condition is serious.

French President Emmanuel Macron has assured his citizens that his government has deployed enough security forces across the country to protect its citizens.

France and Turkey recently entered into a dispute with each other.

The dispute developed after France had made an Islamophobic statement.

Turkey, in response to the France’s Islamophobic statement, appealed its citizens to abandon the goods produced in France.

The west is closely watching these developments. It is likely to interfere in this issue to avoid a tension like atmosphere.

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