What's happened
A migrant boat sank off Tunisia's coast, resulting in casualties and missing persons.
Why it matters
The event highlights the ongoing migration crisis in the region and the perilous journeys many undertake in the hope of reaching European shores for a better life.
What the papers say
AP News reports on the increasing number of casualties in the Mediterranean's perilous waters, while Al Jazeera provides details on the rising death toll on the central Mediterranean route. The Guardian emphasizes Tunisia's role as a major gateway for those attempting perilous voyages to Europe.
How we got here
The incident adds to the increasing number of casualties in the Mediterranean's perilous waters, with multiple boats capsizing or sinking off the North African coast and near Italian shores in recent days.
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