More than 60 migrants die off Yemen in boat capsize
Published: 8/4/2025

Over 60 migrants perish in Yemen boat capsize tragedy as vessel with 150 individuals sinks in Gulf of Aden. IOM reports numerous shipwreck casualties in the region as Yemen stands as a crucial transit point for Horn of Africa migrants seeking opportunities in Gulf states. Urgent need for enhanced legal protections stressed for vulnerable migrants to deter exploitation by smugglers on perilous journeys.