Summary
Over 120 migrants, including 20 children, were rescued in the Mediterranean Sea by the Italian non-governmental organization (NGO) Emergency. The rescued individuals are being taken to Civitavecchia, Italy.
Key Facts
- 123 migrants were rescued in the central Mediterranean Sea.
- Among the rescued, there are at least 20 minors (children).
- The rescue operations were conducted by an Italian NGO named Emergency.
- The NGO's ship completed three separate rescue operations.
- The migrants are primarily fleeing African countries, including Sudan.
- The ship carrying the rescued migrants is heading to Civitavecchia, Italy.