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The Embassy of the Republic of Sierra Leone in Ankara, Türkiye, issued a press statement on November 16, 2023, addressing a video circulating on social media depicting alleged Sierra Leone citizens in distress on the Aegean Sea of Greece.
The Embassy clarified that, following the receipt of this information, collaborative efforts were made with the Türkiye Sierra Leonean Community leadership. Importantly, it was emphasized that no Sierra Leone citizen is reported to have lost their lives in the incident involving two boats.
Further details provided in the statement include the confirmation that two Sierra Leone citizens were on the second boat, which met with the accident. Fortunately, they were successfully rescued and are currently receiving medical attention in Izmir.
The video’s subjects, identified as Sierra Leoneans, have also been rescued by Turkish authorities and are reported to be in safe hands. The Embassy expressed its commitment to ongoing collaboration with the Türkiye Sierra Leonean Community leadership and Turkish authorities to monitor the situation in the Aegean Sea.
This official communication aims to reassure the public in Sierra Leone and the Sierra Leonean Community in Türkiye, providing accurate information about the incident and the well-being of those involved. The diplomatic and community efforts underscore the commitment to ensuring the safety and support of Sierra Leonean citizens abroad.
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