More than 50 migrants die off Yemen in boat capsize
Summary
More than 50 migrants died when a boat sank off the coast of Yemen in the Gulf of Aden. The vessel was carrying around 150 people, primarily Ethiopian nationals, and was struck by bad weather. Only 10 people were rescued, while many are still missing.Key Facts
- The boat capsized in the Gulf of Aden, near Yemen's southern province of Abyan.
- There were over 150 migrants on the boat when it sank.
- Local authorities reported that more than 50 migrants died.
- Most of the victims are believed to be Ethiopian nationals.
- 54 bodies were found onshore in Khanfar district.
- 14 more bodies were taken to a hospital morgue in Zinjibar, Abyan's capital.
- The International Organization for Migration (IOM) expressed sadness and called for better safety measures for migrants.
- The IOM estimated that hundreds have died on this migration route recently.
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