How many Rohingya died during the four-month sea voyage?

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Dozens of Rohingya Died During a Four-Month Sea Voyage

Survivors of a four-month sea voyage reported that dozens of Rohingya Muslim refugees died during their journey, with bodies being thrown into the sea. The boat eventually reached the Malaysian island of Langkawi on June 8 carrying 269 individuals.
Details of the Voyage and Deaths

The perilous journey began in February near the Myanmar-Bangladesh border. The refugees were initially on a larger vessel, a "motherboat," and were transferred to a smaller boat halfway through their voyage. Approximately 300 to 400 individuals were transferred to this smaller boat that ultimately reached Malaysia. Those who perished during the voyage had fallen ill.
Fate of Other Refugees Unknown

In addition to the group that arrived in Malaysia, close to 500 Rohingya refugees remained on the "Motherboat 1" after the transfer at sea. The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) has been attempting to locate this larger vessel for two weeks without success, leaving the fate of these individuals unknown.
Arrival and Detention in Malaysia

The damaged boat carrying the 269 survivors made landfall on Langkawi. Upon arrival, the Rohingya refugees were detained by Malaysian authorities. Their future in Malaysia remains uncertain, with no clear decision announced regarding their status or any potential repatriation.

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