Another asylum seeker boat intercepted in Australian waters

A boat carrying an estimated 39 asylum seekers has been intercepted in Australian waters.

These asylum seekers are most likely to be Sri Lankan, according to Australian media.

According to the Australian Home Affairs Minister Jason Clare, the boat was intercepted west of Christmas Island.

He added that the passengers will be transferred to Christmas Island for security, health and identity checks.

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