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Search Intensifies for Missing Polish Girl in Malta

1/30/2026

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Girl Missing After Wave

A 13-year-old Polish girl remains missing after a large wave swept her and her family near the Cirkewwa quay in Malta.
The father was injured while attempting to rescue her.
Adverse weather has complicated rescue efforts as drones and boats are deployed.
The family staying at Paradise Bay hotel receives support from the Polish Embassy.
Prime Minister Robert Abela of Malta visited the search site to emphasize ongoing efforts.

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Family Seeks Missing Daughter

A British family is searching for seven-year-old Inaayah Makda after she was swept into the sea in Casablanca, Morocco when a wave hit rocks.
Her father, Zubair Makda, described the moment, saying Inaayah was swept away quickly.
Blackburn MP Adnan Hussein is raising the issue with UK authorities and the Moroccan ambassador.
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office is in contact with local authorities to support the family.

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Girl Missing After Wave

A 13-year-old Polish girl remains missing after a large wave swept her and her family near the Cirkewwa quay in Malta.
The father was injured while attempting to rescue her.
Adverse weather has complicated rescue efforts as drones and boats are deployed.
The family staying at Paradise Bay hotel receives support from the Polish Embassy.
Prime Minister Robert Abela of Malta visited the search site to emphasize ongoing efforts.

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