Migrant Boat Capsizes Off Gambia, Dozens Missing

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A boat with over 200 people sank near Gambia. Many people are now missing after this sad accident.

Rescuers saved 102 people from the water. Sadly, they also found seven bodies from the boat.

Local people and police helped search for more victims. This sea journey to Europe is very dangerous for many people.

Many boats have sunk on this route in the past. Hundreds of people have died or gone missing this way.

The government is helping all the people who survived. They want to stop such dangerous trips in the future.

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How many people were on the boat that sank near Gambia?

Over 200 people were on the boat.

How many people were rescued from the water?

Rescuers saved 102 people from the water.

What is the government doing for the survivors?

The government is helping all the people who survived.

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