HMS Bulwark Sets Off to Rescue Migrants in Mediterranean

The HMS Bulwark, aided by a helicopter, conducted a large-scale rescue operation off the Libyan coast, saving 1200 migrants from eight boats. The operation involved multiple landing crafts and faced challenges such as overcrowded boats and hidden migrants. The rescued individuals, mostly young men, were processed on board, and personal stories like Abdul's from Darfour were shared. A pregnant woman from Nigeria was also rescued and taken to the ship's medical unit. The operation concluded with the migrants being held on the ship, awaiting transfer to another vessel or an Italian port.

What was the initial action taken by the Aurora Navy helicopter from HMS Bulwark?

• It landed on the Libyan coast.

• It engaged in a combat mission.

• It spotted multiple boats off the Libyan coast.

• It returned to the base for refueling.

What was the primary concern during the rescue of migrants from the wooden boat?

• The boat could capsize due to panic.

• The boat was heavily armed.

• The boat might drift away.

• The boat was too far from the coast.

What did Abdul bring with him from Darfur?

• A suitcase full of clothes

• A toothbrush, a passport photo, and a few euros

• A mobile phone and a map

• A family heirloom

What significant event occurred involving a pregnant woman during the rescue operation?

• She was airlifted to a hospital.

• She was transferred to another ship.

• She gave birth on the ship.

• She was left on the boat.

By the end of the operation, how many migrants had been rescued?

• 500

• 1500

• 800

• 1200