NGO calls for public inquiry into death of five migrants during rescue operation in Maltese watersSAR Malta Network, an NGO, has called for a public inquiry into the death of five migrants during a rescue operation in Maltese waters last Friday. During a rescue operation carried out by the Armed Forces of Malta the boat capsized. The AFM rescued 29 people but five others lost their life with the Maltese government expressing “deep regret” over the loss of life. “We therefore demand that the Maltese authorities carry out a comprehensive and public inquiry in a timely manner under the Inquiries Act. We also demand that all survivors of this shipwreck are released from detention immediately so they may receive the appropriate support and care,” the NGO said.
