Turkish Coast Guard rescues 30 irregular migrants off Izmir coast
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Turkish Coast Guard teams rescued 30 irregular migrants, including two children, from a rubber boat that was drifting due to engine failure off the coast of the western province of Izmir, authorities said.
The incident occurred off the coast of Seferihisar district, where the boat was left stranded after its engine failed, prompting those on board to request assistance, according to the Coast Guard Command.
A Coast Guard vessel and a patrol boat were dispatched to the area following the distress call, and teams rescued all 30 migrants from the rubber boat.
The migrants were subsequently taken into the custody of the relevant authorities for further processing. (ILKHA)
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