Anti-migrant activists take to Mediterranean to 'turn back the boats'

Activists have put to sea in the Mediterranean in a bid to prevent boats carrying refugees and migrants arriving in Europe. The move comes as EU leaders agree to extend a border aid mission in Libya and restrict sales of inflatable boats to stem the ongoing crisis.

: An Italian Coast Guard official stands guard by MSF's humanitarian 'Vos Prudence' ship, in Salerno Source: AAP