Libya’s coast guard fired upon rescue vessel searching for boat in distress
Summary
A humanitarian group reported that Libya's coast guard fired at its rescue vessel, the Ocean Viking, as it searched for a refugee and migrant boat in distress in the Mediterranean Sea. The incident took place around 40 nautical miles from Libya, causing damage to the rescue ship but no reported injuries. The Libyan coast guard's actions have drawn criticism due to the EU's role in supporting Libya's border management.Key Facts
- On Sunday, Libya’s coast guard fired on the rescue ship Ocean Viking.
- The incident happened about 40 nautical miles north of the Libyan coast.
- No one was injured, but the Ocean Viking was damaged.
- The Ocean Viking had already rescued 87 people, including some from Sudan, before the incident.
- The Libyan patrol boat involved was reportedly a 2023 gift from Italy as part of EU border support.
- SOS Mediterranee and the Red Cross chartered the Ocean Viking.
- The Libyan coast guard threatened further violence over the radio during the incident.
- The European border agency Frontex called for an investigation into the event.
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