https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/children-among-139-dead-after-boat-capsizes-off-djibouti-un-saysContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/children-among-139-dead-after-boat-capsizes-off-djibouti-un-sayshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/children-among-139-dead-after-boat-capsizes-off-djibouti-un-says#u124929Fri, 16 Oct 2026 04:44:44 +0000A boat carrying migrants capsized off the coast of Djibouti, resulting in at least 139 deaths, including 15 children. The UN's migration office reported the incident, stating that dozens more are still missing. The boat was traveling from Djibouti to Yemen when it sank. The incident highlights the dangers faced by migrants attempting to cross the perilous route.Why it mattersThe incident occurred on a common migration route from Djibouti to Yemen. Migrants often take this route to escape poverty, conflict, or persecution in their home countries. The area is known for its treacherous water