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Many die in shipwreck off Qarabulli, Libya

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Many people have reportedly died in shipwreck off Qarabulli, Libya.

A few people according to AlarmPhone survived in the incident.

Alarmphone said: “Shipwreck off #Libya!
In the night a relative of people on a boat reported us their urgent distress, just 5NM off #Qarabulli. We couldn’t reach them, but alerted the so-called Libyan coastguard. Sadly, we were told that the boat shipwrecked. Most people died, only few survived.”

AlarmPhone wondered “How did the Libyans know about the boat if not from the EUropean authorities? This is clearly a #pushback by proxy with the knowledge – if not, coordination – of European authorities! We also ask: When will EU actors stop violating the rights of people on the move?”

AlarmPhone had earlier under the heading ‘Illegal pullback under #EU responsibility!’ said: “We alerted the #Italian & #Maltese coastguards to a distress case in the search and rescue zone of Malta. Sadly, we learnt that the boat was illegally intercepted by the so-called #Libyan coastguard, even though a rescue ship was close!”

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One dead, 21 rescued after boat capsized off Tajoura coast

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A lifeless body of an unidentified migrant has been recovered after a boat capsized off the coast of Tajoura, Libya.

Twenty one persons were rescued but many according to Migrant Rescue Watch are still missing.

“Special Tasks Company (70th Infantry Battalion) rescued from a capsized boat off the coast of Tajoura 21 #migrants of Arab and Asian (Bangladeshi) nationalities and recovered 1 body. The search for missing continues,” Migrant Rescue Watch said.

It added that “All rescued upon provision of humanitarian assistance were transferred to DCIM East Tripoli Immigration Detention Center for accommodation and legal action.”

In another development, Migrant Rescue Watch said the Libyan Red Crescent (Tobruk Branch) recovered 1 unidentified body, reportedly of a #migrant washed ashore in Wadi Al-Awda area. “The body was transferred to morgue in Tobruk Medical Center for completion of procedures.”

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COP 29: Amy Pope seeks sustainable solutions for communities most affected by climate change impact

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The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has called for more concrete and sustainable solutions for the communities most affected by the impact of climate change as world leaders gather at the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP29).

Climate adaptation and resilience measures are needed for people who want to remain in their home, ensuring their livelihoods can sustain and recover from the impacts of climate change. 

“We must come up with better ways to help people and communities become more resilient to climate change’s impacts, to ensure that people who are especially vulnerable have the chance to adapt and thrive,” said IOM Director General Amy Pope. 

Climate migration is not just a concern of the future, it is the present reality for millions globally, DG Pope noted. Last year alone, disasters caused more than 26 million internal displacements (GRID 2024, IDMC).   

In the Horn of Africa, for instance, recurrent droughts and flash floods have pushed entire communities, especially pastoralists and smallholder farmers, to relocate in search of water and grazing land. In Bangladesh, rising sea levels and frequent cyclones have led to the displacement of coastal populations, forcing families to migrate to urban areas in search of stability. Meanwhile, parts of Central America have experienced severe droughts that have decimated agricultural livelihoods, compelling thousands to move in search of work and resources. These examples demonstrate that climate migration is a pressing issue today, affecting diverse populations across continents.  

Around the world, climate change is influencing how and why people move.  It prompts some to move for job opportunities as its impacts change livelihoods. In extreme cases, communities dealing with extreme impact of climate change and are no longer possible to adapt are compelled to relocate to safer areas. It is important that there are solutions in place that protect and support those who want to stay, those on the move and those needing or wanting to move. 

Migration should also be integrated in climate solutions, and plans should include consulting with migrants, DG Pope added.   

“Their innovative ideas and diverse perspectives contribute to building a sustainable economy that is fair and inclusive for all,” she said. 

At COP29, IOM is committed to amplify underrepresented voices. At the IOM Climate Change and Human Mobility pavilion, all attendees will have the opportunity to hear stories of resilience from climate migrants, learn about youth led solutions on climate migration from twenty-four youth delegates, and engage in discussions with experts on the impacts of climate change on human mobility.  

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Pregnant women, infants, others dumped  in Tunisian desert without food, water

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Eight women, including three expectant mothers have been dumped in a Tunisian desert without an iota of care.

The women were among 18 migrants intercepted by coast guards and dumped in the desert.  Four infants and six men make up the remaining 10, according to information provided by Refugees In Libya.  

The information reads: “We have been alerted  by a group of 18 people who have been abandoned for 6 days in the desert. 4 of them are infants, 8 women and 3 are pregnant , 6 men. They have no water, food or energy to walk.”

Refugees In Libya  said the migrants  were captured at sea a week ago and dumped in the desert. “They walked back heading towards Sfax but were intercepted again and left in the desert to this day. As in the video above if not rescued the babies will unfortunately lose their lives. We call for urgent rescue.”

In spite of its call for help, Refugees In Libya  said there had been no response from any quarter. “We spoke to the people this morning and they are still left to this ordeal. They have been calling @IOM_Tunisia  for the past two days but no response or sign of rescue.”

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