Lampedusa Tragedy: UNHCR's Protection Chief Comments
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Channel: UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency · 2013 · Nonprofits & Activism
Volker Türk, UNHCR's Director of International Protection, commented on the Lampedusa boat tragedy off the Italian island of Lampedusa today in Geneva, Switzerland. Of the estimated 500 passengers on the boat, believed to be Eritreans, only 147 have been rescued so far. The boat, which originated from Libya, caught fire half a mile from the coast. Read more from UNHCR: http://rfg.ee/puz0W Information for media: If you would like to use this video to communicate refugee stories or require B-Roll, transcripts, stills or much more information, please contact us at [email protected] or [email protected]. -- UNHCR, the UN refugee agency, works to protect and assist those fleeing war and persecution. Since 1950, we have helped tens of millions of people find safety and rebuild their lives. With your support, we can restore hope for many more. Read more at http://UNHCR.org Support our work with refugees now by subscribing to this channel, liking this video and sharing it with your friends and contacts. Thanks so much for your help.
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