According to the United Nations, 40 people—including infants—drowned in the Italian Sea. The migrants on board died after the boat they were...

According to the United Nations, 40 people—including infants—drowned in the Italian Sea.

The migrants on board died after the boat they were in capsized close to the island of Lampedusa, according to a representative for the director of the United Nations agency for refugees.

46 African tourists were on board the aircraft as it took off from Tunisia's sea.

Apparently, the boat capsized due to heavy gusts and seas.

Seven ladies and one infant were among those who perished in the water.

One of the points of entry for migrants into Europe is Lampedusa, which is located 145 km from Tunisia.

By 2022, the island would have been traversed by more than 46,000 migrants, according to the UN.