Morocco’s Ministry of Transport and Logistics reported that a cargo ship sank Saturday evening off the coast of Laayoune after taking on water.
The ministry said in a statement that the vessel, Dura Bulk, flying the Panamanian flag, was carrying a shipment of loose clinker when the incident occurred on February 28, 2026, while en route to Laayoune port.
Authorities launched an extensive search-and-rescue operation, successfully saving all crew members, who are foreign nationals. The rescued sailors were provided medical care and transferred safely.
The ministry confirmed it is working closely with relevant authorities to monitor the situation and said an investigation will be conducted to determine the cause of the sinking.
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