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Three fishermen die in fire on Iranian fishing vessel in Gwadar

One deceased was from Karachi
Published 06 Feb, 2025 01:49pm
Representational image. Reuters
Representational image. Reuters

A fire broke out on an Iranian fishing vessel within Pakistani maritime boundaries, resulting in the tragic deaths of three fishermen.

This incident took place in Gwadar.

Among the deceased, two individuals were from Pishukan and one from Karachi.

Rescue operations successfully saved 16 people from the sea, while efforts are ongoing to locate one remaining individual who is still missing.

On December 19, it was reported by the Pakistani Embassy in Athens that at least 40 Pakistanis had reportedly lost their lives in the capsizing of three boats near Greece. The embassy indicated that five bodies have been recovered, while 35 individuals remain missing.

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