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70 stranded off Yemen coast rescued
At least 70 people stranded on a boat off the coast of Yemen have been rescued, the US Navy said on Monday.
- Agencies
- Published: 13:46 June 9, 2008
Sana'a: At least 70 people stranded on a boat off the coast of Yemen have been rescued, the US Navy said on Monday.
The navy said in a statement that the boat had been adrift for two days after experiencing engine problems.
"There were approximately 70 personnel on board the vessel, some of whom were in need of immediate medical attention," a statement said.
The US Navy added that the boat and passengers were being towed to nearby Somalia to be turned over to the authorities.
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