At least 186 people are missing and two have been confirmed dead after four migrant boats capsized off the coasts of Yemen and Djibouti.
The boats were carrying migrants from East Africa, attempting a perilous journey across the sea. The United Nations migration agency has confirmed the incident and reported that only two crew members were rescued. The waters between the Horn of Africa and Yemen are a dangerous route frequently used by migrants seeking better opportunities.
Search and rescue efforts are ongoing, but hopes of finding more survivors are fading.
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This is absolutely heartbreaking—no one should have to risk their lives like this just for a chance at a better future. The international community needs to step up and create safer pathways for migrants instead of leaving them to these deadly journeys.
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The UN says 2 people are dead and at least 186 missing after 4 migrant boats capsized off Yemen and Djibouti
CAIRO -- The UN says 2 people are dead and at least 186 missing after 4 migrant boats capsized off Yemen and Djibouti.
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Migrant boats capsize off Yemen and Djibouti, leaving at least 2 dead and 186 missing
The United Nations migration agency says four migrant boats have capsized in waters off Yemen and Djibouti, leaving two people dead and 186 missing. Two of the boats capsized off
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UN says 186 missing and at least 2 dead after migrant boats capsize off Yemen and Djibouti
The UN is reporting that four boats with immigrants from East Africa capsized off of Yemen leaving 186 missing. Two crewmembers were rescued.
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