Over 100 Migrants Are Dead After Boat Capsizes Near Djibouti
An overcrowded migrant vessel capsized off the coast of Djibouti while traveling toward Yemen, leaving at least 139 dead, including 15 children. Search and rescue operations remain underway to locate scores of missing individuals. Reports from reporting agencies indicate varying numbers of unaccounted people, with totals ranging between 84 and 116 missing. The International Organization for Migration reports that this shipwreck ranks among the deadliest ever recorded along the migration route toward Yemen.
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- ✓ At least 139 migrants died after an overcrowded boat capsized off the coast of Djibouti.
- ✓ The victims include 15 children.
- ✓ The vessel was carrying approximately 305 people and sailing toward Yemen when it capsized.
- ✓ The International Organization for Migration stated the shipwreck is among the deadliest ever recorded on the route to Yemen.
What changed
The confirmed death toll rose to at least 139 fatalities following ongoing search and recovery efforts.
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At Least 139 Migrants Dead After Overcrowded Boat Sinks Off Djibouti
An overcrowded migrant vessel capsized off the coast of Djibouti while traveling toward Yemen, leaving at least 139 dead, including 15 children. Search and rescue operations remain underway to locate scores of missing individuals. Reports from reporting agencies indicate varying numbers of unaccounted people, with totals ranging between 84 and 116 missing. The International Organization for Migration reports that this shipwreck ranks among the deadliest ever recorded along the migration route toward Yemen.
Why it matters
The disaster highlights the extreme dangers migrants face on maritime routes from the Horn of Africa toward the Arabian Peninsula. Thousands of people undertake the perilous journey annually, fleeing conflict, poverty, and instability. The International Organization for Migration notes that vessels used on this route are frequently overcrowded and unseaworthy.
What is confirmed
- At least 139 migrants died after an overcrowded boat capsized off the coast of Djibouti.
- The victims include 15 children.
- The vessel was carrying approximately 305 people and sailing toward Yemen when it capsized.
- The International Organization for Migration stated the shipwreck is among the deadliest ever recorded on the route to Yemen.
Still unconfirmed
- Eighty-four people remain missing according to some sources, while other reports place the number of missing individuals at 116.
What to watch next
- Updates from search and rescue authorities on the final recovery numbers for missing passengers.
- Official statements regarding the exact cause of the vessel capsizing.
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- www.nytimes.com — The New York Times - Breaking News, US News, World News and Videos
- BBC — Djibouti boat capsize: Children among 109 dead with 116 still missing, UN says
- The New York Times — Over 100 Migrants Are Dead After Boat Capsizes Near Djibouti
- Al Jazeera — At least 109 dead, over 100 missing as migrant boat capsizes off Djibouti
- Reuters — 109 migrants, including 15 children dead after boat from Djibouti to Yemen capsizes, UN agency says
- The Guardian — At least 139 dead including children after migrant boat capsizes off Djibouti
- AP News — 139 migrants, including children, die after boat capsizes off Djibouti
- Honolulu Star-Advertiser — U.N.: At least 139 migrants dead after boat to Yemen capsizes
- CNN — Boat disaster off Djibouti leaves at least 139 dead, with toll feared to rise
- South China Morning Post — At least 139 migrants dead, dozens missing after boat capsizes off Djibouti
- Fox News — At least 139 migrants dead, 84 missing after overcrowded boat capsizes off Djibouti
- UN News — Djibouti shipwreck: Death toll rises to 139 as 84 remain missing
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