On December 17, a tragedy struck off the coast of western Libya. A boat carrying about 86 migrants was submerged in waves after departing from Zuwara, killing about 61 people. These migrants are mainly from African countries such as Nigeria and Gambia. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has provided medical support to survivors, but they still face endless hardship.
This is not an isolated case. More than 2,250 people have been killed on the Central Mediterranean Migration Route since 2023, according to IOM spokesman Flavio Di Giacomo. This staggering figure reveals that "not enough is being done to save lives at sea".
Why did these migrants risk their lives to cross the Mediterranean?Most of them are looking for a better life, fleeing poverty, war and **. However, the Mediterranean Sea became their graveyard. Behind this tragedy is the long-standing neglect and indifference of the international community to the issue of migration.
The problem of migration in the Mediterranean did not happen overnight, but was the result of a long period of accumulation and gradual deterioration. Migrants hope for a new life, but often suffer misfortunes along the way. In the face of this grave situation, it is incumbent upon the international community to take measures to ensure the safety of the lives of these migrants.
First of all, the countries concerned should strengthen their maritime rescue forces and improve rescue efficiency. In this accident, if the rescue force could have intervened in time, it may have been possible to avoid such a tragic **. At the same time, countries should also strengthen intelligence sharing and give early warnings to prevent migrant ships from venturing out to sea.
Second, the international community should pay more attention to the issue of migration and seek solutions through dialogue and cooperation. Migration is not only a national problem, but a global one. States should share the responsibility to provide more assistance and support to refugees and migrants to help them integrate into their new societies.
In addition, we should focus on the root causes of migration. Poverty, war and ** are the main causes of migration. The international community should actively promote the process of peace and development, strive to eliminate these root causes, and enable migrants to live a stable life in their own countries.
However, we should also be aware that the problem of migration does not happen overnight. In addressing this problem, the international community needs patience, wisdom and perseverance. Every life is priceless, and the international community has a responsibility to guarantee their safety and dignity.
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