Ocean Viking rescues 274 migrants off the coast of Libya
The Ocean Viking rescue ship was waiting for a safe place to dock on Thursday after rescuing 274 migrants off the coast of Libya.
The men, women and children were rescued during three operations in the central Mediterranean on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Amongst them were 22 women and 64 minors, most of whom were unaccompanied, SOS Mediterranee, who run the ship with MSF, said in a press release.
The number of migrants leaving Libya have jumped in recent months following fighting there.
In September 2019, interior ministers from five EU countries agreed a new scheme to distribute rescued migrants to try to relieve pressure on southern states including Italy.
Italian Interior Minister Luciana Lamorgese has established better relations with European partners and charity organisations than her predecessor, League leader Matteo Salvini.
(Source: Reuters)
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