Tragic Boat Capsizing Off Djibouti Claims Lives of 139 Migrants, Including Children
A devastating maritime disaster occurred off the coast of Djibouti, where a migrant boat capsized while en route to Yemen. The United Nations has reported that at least 139 migrants, including a significant number of children, have died, with many more unaccounted for. Eyewitnesses described the scene as overwhelming, with rescue operations ongoing for the missing. Reports indicate that the vessel was overcrowded and may have been sailing with around 350 migrants on board. The incident underscores the perilous conditions faced by migrants in the region, as they embark on dangerous journeys in search of a better life.
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