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MV Barima ferry sinking off Guyana coast results in 27 confirmed fatalities
Mail.ru NewsLO·GY·about 14 hours ago
The APNU opposition party is demanding a transparent, independent inquiry and financial compensation following the sinking of the MV Barima ferry, which resulted in 27 confirmed fatalities. The demand highlights growing political pressure on the government to address maritime safety standards and accountability for the disaster.
Multiple maritime incidents have resulted in significant casualties. Off Mauritania, 140-144 migrants are confirmed dead or missing following several vessel sinkings on the Atlantic route. Separately, a ferry capsizing off Guyana has resulted in 27-41 confirmed fatalities and 83 missing, with search and rescue operations ongoing.