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139 Migrants Die as Boat Capsizes Off Djibouti Coast
✍️ Times of India
🗓 12 Oct 2026, 07:38 AM
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A migrant boat capsized off the coast of Djibouti, killing 139 people, with survivors describing the vessel as sinking backwards.
A crowded migrant vessel overturned in the waters near Djibouti, resulting in the deaths of 139 individuals. Survivors recounted that the boat began to sink backwards before it capsized, leaving little chance for rescue.
The tragedy unfolded off the Horn of Africa, a region frequently used by migrants attempting dangerous sea crossings. Local authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, but details on the exact cause remain limited.
Rescue teams managed to retrieve a few survivors, who are now receiving medical attention. The incident underscores the ongoing risks faced by migrants navigating perilous routes in search of better opportunities.
International humanitarian groups have called for stronger measures to prevent such loss of life, urging both departure and destination countries to address the root causes of irregular migration.
The death toll makes this one of the deadliest maritime disasters involving migrants in recent years, highlighting the urgent need for coordinated regional responses.
The tragedy unfolded off the Horn of Africa, a region frequently used by migrants attempting dangerous sea crossings. Local authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, but details on the exact cause remain limited.
Rescue teams managed to retrieve a few survivors, who are now receiving medical attention. The incident underscores the ongoing risks faced by migrants navigating perilous routes in search of better opportunities.
International humanitarian groups have called for stronger measures to prevent such loss of life, urging both departure and destination countries to address the root causes of irregular migration.
The death toll makes this one of the deadliest maritime disasters involving migrants in recent years, highlighting the urgent need for coordinated regional responses.