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Somali people from the dinghy that drifted to N.Vavathi. Photo/Police

Dinghy carrying Somalis drifts into Noonu atoll

The Maldives is the closest country to Somalia in the Indian Ocean.

22 June 2024

By Aishath Fareeha Abdulla

A dinghy carrying three Somalis drifted onto a farming island in Noonu atoll.

Police confirmed on Saturday that the dinghy with three Somalia men drifted into Noonu atoll Vavathi on Saturday.

The photo shared by police shows a small dinghy with one engine.

Police did not comment on the condition of the passengers. However, police have shared a photo of the three men sitting on a bench at Vavathi beach.

Vavathi has been leased long-term for agriculture and other related activities.

The Maldives is the closest country to Somalia in the Indian Ocean.

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