A migrant boat capsized off Djibouti, killing 139 and leaving 84 missing, with most victims being Ethiopians.
Migrant boat capsized near Djibouti
A migrant boat capsized off the coast of Djibouti on Sunday, according to the International Organization for Migration, resulting in 139 deaths and 84 people missing. Most victims were Ethiopian
A very large majority of those on board were Ethiopians, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by migrants traveling through the region in search of better opportunities. Search and rescue efforts continue
Rescue operations are ongoing, with local authorities and international agencies working to locate the missing individuals and provide assistance to survivors. Migration patterns in the Horn of Africa
The incident underscores the complex and often dangerous migration routes in the Horn of Africa, where many people travel in search of safety, work, or asylum. International Organization for Migration responds
The International Organization for Migration has called for increased support and resources to address the humanitarian needs of migrants and to prevent such tragedies in the future.
