Indonesian Rescuers Save 69 Rohingya Migrants Adrift Off Aceh Coast
In a dramatic rescue operation, Indonesian authorities found 69 Rohingya migrants stranded on a rusty hull off the coast of Aceh. The survivors, including nine children, 18 women, and 42 men, were severely sunburnt and dehydrated after being adrift for over a day.
Tragically, around 80 others are feared dead after being swept away at sea. One survivor shared that some in the group had been at sea for a month on a wooden boat before being rescued. The situation turned dire when a local fishing vessel, which had initially rescued the migrants, overturned in a panic, leaving both boats adrift.
The survivors’ ordeal came to an end when Indonesian rescuers arrived on the scene. The authorities took swift action to rescue the group and provide them with much-needed medical attention. The migrants were lucky to have been found when they were, as their condition was rapidly deteriorating.
This latest incident highlights the ongoing plight of Rohingya migrants who risk their lives to escape persecution and violence in Myanmar. The international community has once again been reminded of the urgent need for collaborative efforts to address the root causes of displacement and provide safe pathways for those seeking refuge.
As the rescued migrants begin their recovery process, their harrowing experience serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by those fleeing conflict and persecution. The Indonesian authorities’ swift response undoubtedly saved lives and offered hope to those in need.
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