Migrant boat capsizes off southern Tunisia, two dead
By The BriefBrief
A migrant boat overturned off southern Tunisia, with the national guard confirming at least two deaths and 12 people missing. One survivor was rescued after a commercial vessel spotted them wearing a life jacket. The boat left early Thursday between Zarzis and Ben Guerdane and was believed to be heading for Italy.
WHO:Tunisian national guard
WHAT:A migrant boat capsized off southern Tunisia, killing at least two and leaving 12 missing; one survivor was rescued.
WHEN:Aug 22, 2026
WHERE:Southern Tunisia (between Zarzis and Ben Guerdane)
WHY:No specific cause of the capsizing was reported.
