Boat Capsizes off Yemen, Claiming Lives of 68 Migrants

Dozens of Migrants Missing After Tragic Shipwreck in Gulf of Aden

A tragic maritime disaster off the coast of Yemen has claimed the lives of at least 68 African migrants. The vessel, carrying 154 individuals, predominantly Ethiopians, capsized in the Gulf of Aden, resulting in only 12 survivors. The incident underscores the perilous journey many undertake in search of better opportunities in Gulf states. Over 70 migrants are still missing, presumed dead, as authorities and the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) coordinate search and recovery efforts. This calamity is part of a disturbing trend, with numerous shipwrecks occurring in the region, which has become a dangerous transit point for those fleeing conflict and poverty in East Africa. Despite ongoing civil unrest in Yemen, migrants continue to risk their lives, driven by hope for employment and stability. The plight of these individuals highlights the urgent need for international attention and intervention to address the systemic issues that force them into such treacherous situations.