Lebanon rescues 51 people from sinking migrant boat: Army
Sunday, 17 December 2023
Lebanon rescues over 50 people, mostly Syrians, from sinking migrant boat off Tripoli coast. Boat was used for illegal people smuggling. Migrants leaving Lebanon often seek a better life in Europe, heading towards Cyprus. Lebanon hosts 2 million Syrians, with 800,000 registered as refugees with the UN. Lebanon's economy collapse turned it into a launchpad for migrants. Lebanese nationals also attempt the treacherous voyage to Europe. Recent conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza and skirmishes across Lebanon-Israel border.
Lebanon rescues over 50 people, mostly Syrians, from sinking migrant boat off Tripoli coast. Boat was used for illegal people smuggling. Migrants leaving Lebanon often seek a better life in Europe, heading towards Cyprus. Lebanon hosts 2 million Syrians, with 800,000 registered as refugees with the UN. Lebanon's economy collapse turned it into a launchpad for migrants. Lebanese nationals also attempt the treacherous voyage to Europe. Recent conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza and skirmishes across Lebanon-Israel border.
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