Tunisia Recovers Bodies of 11 Drowned Migrants Off Its Coast

Tunisia has recovered the bodies of 11 migrants who drowned off its coast, the country’s authorities confirmed. The northern African nation is a major launch point for migrants attempting to reach Europe. Its shoreline lies just 145 kilometers from the Italian island of Lampedusa, one of the closest entry points to the continent. Many migrants depart from Tunisia’s coast in overcrowded boats, hoping to reach better lives in Europe. The latest recovery highlights the ongoing dangers of these Mediterranean crossings.