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The rescue ship Sea-Watch 5 reported that the Libyan coast guard fired on its vessel during a mission. Sea-Watch has documented previous encounters with the Libyan coast guard.

The Sea-Watch 5 vessel reported that the Libyan coast guard fired upon its rescue ship during a mission. Sea-Watch stated the attack endangered lives. Sea-Watch stated that no crew members were injured. The incident occurred in Libyan waters. Sea-Watch is an NGO focused on maritime rescue. No casualties or damage to the Sea-Watch vessel were immediately reported. Sea-Watch has called for an investigation into the coast guard's actions. Sea-Watch continues its humanitarian operations in the Mediterranean. The organization has documented previous confrontations with the Libyan coast guard. Sea-Watch stated they were conducting a rescue operation at the time. In response, Italian authorities have initiated a criminal investigation against the captain of the Sea-Watch 5.

A live performance featuring Sean & Jazz, Spider-Say, the Tadataka Trio, and Hank Jones is scheduled to be held at Zushimarina in Libya on Saturday, July 4th.

The UN Security Council will conduct routine reviews and deliberations regarding Libya this month. The agenda includes monitoring the arms embargo in the high seas off the Libyan coast.