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3,690 Migrants Rescued by Italy in 1 Day

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Total of 17 operations.

In just a single day, the Italian Coast Guard rescued 3,690 migrants at sea. The rescues took place in 17 different operations on Saturday just south of Siciliy. Smugglers were taking advantage of the decent weather and quiet seas.

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