Rohingya refugees 'forced to drink sea water to stay alive'
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Rohingya crisis: Hundreds of refugees stranded in boats at sea

A boat carrying hundreds of Rohingya refugees was turned away from Malaysia, with the government citing fears over coronavirus.

It comes as the United Nations issued a plea for the international community to take urgent action, after dozens died on the perilous journey.

It is believed that hundreds more people are still stuck at sea.

  • 26 Apr 2020
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