Search for Missing Rohingya Refugees Ends After Capsizing Incident off Indonesia

Despite rescuing 69 refugees, dozens more remain unaccounted for, highlighting the perilous journey of the Rohingya fleeing Myanmar's persecution.

Indonesian rescuers ended the search for missing Rohingya refugees after their boat capsized off Aceh, despite reports of dozens more swept away.
At least 69 refugees were rescued, with an estimated 150 initially on board; survivors and UNHCR suggest around 50 might be missing or deceased.
The Rohingya, fleeing persecution in Myanmar, face perilous journeys by sea, often exploited by traffickers and rejected at destinations.
International and local responses highlight the ongoing humanitarian crisis, with calls for support and protection for the Rohingya.
The incident underscores the broader plight of the Rohingya, seeking refuge from Myanmar's discrimination and violence, in overcrowded camps in Bangladesh.