Migrant boat capsizes off Djibouti, killing 109 and leaving over 100 missing

October 11, 2026

Summary

A migrant boat traveling from Djibouti to Yemen capsized near Obock, resulting in at least 109 deaths and over 100 people missing, according to the UN migration agency.

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A migrant boat sank off the coast of Djibouti with the UN reporting over 200 people dead or missing
At least 109 dead, over 100 missing as migrant boat capsizes off Djibouti

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Children among 109 dead after boat capsizes off Djibouti, UN says