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Djibouti migrant shipwreck leaves at least 139 dead
At least 139 migrants died after a boat carrying more than 300 people capsized off the coast of Djibouti during the night of October 8 to 9. The vessel was traveling toward Yemen, a route often used by migrants seeking economic opportunities in Gulf nations.
The shipwreck occurred near Guhere, north of the port town of Obock. According to the International Organization for Migration (IOM), approximately 84 people remain missing, while at least 82 survivors have been accounted for. The migrants involved were primarily of Ethiopian nationality.
IOM Chief of Mission in Djibouti, Alexandre Coissac, stated that the tragedy highlights the extreme dangers faced by those on this migration route. The IOM is working with local authorities to provide emergency medical assistance, food, and shelter to survivors in Obock.
Data from the IOM indicates that more than 20,000 Ethiopians have arrived in Djibouti since September 10. Furthermore, the organization reported that over 900 migrants have died or gone missing on this specific migration route so far in 2025.
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Alexandre Coissac · Djibouti · Ethiopia · International Organization for Migration · Yemen
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Over 20,000 Ethiopians have arrived in Djibouti since September 10. www.lecourrierdelatlas.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] More than 900 migrants have died or gone missing on this route in 2025. www.lecourrierdelatlas.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The migrants were primarily of Ethiopian nationality. www.lecourrierdelatlas.com
- [DISPUTED] At least 82 survivors have been accounted for. www.brigadanews.ph
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The shipwreck occurred near Guhere, north of Obock, during the night of October 8-9. www.brigadanews.ph
- [DISPUTED] At least 139 migrants died in a boat capsizing off the coast of Djibouti. www.brigadanews.ph · www.lecourrierdelatlas.com
- [DISPUTED] Approximately 84 people are missing following the incident. www.brigadanews.ph
- [DISPUTED] The vessel was carrying approximately 305 people. www.brigadanews.ph