"At least 7,667 people went missing or died on migration routes worldwide last year, according to the UN's International Organization for Migration (IOM). The IOM has called for improved financial support for rescue organizations, as well as the dismantling of smuggling networks that put lives at risk."
"The 2025 number is likely significantly higher, the IOM said, as many cases can no longer be documented after a sharp decline in funding for aid organizations. Meanwhile, a sharp uptick in fatalities has already been noted in 2026. Since the beginning of this year, 606 deaths have already been recorded in the Mediterranean, more than ever before at this point in the year."
"According to the IOM, nearly 2,200 people were confirmed dead or missing in the Mediterranean in 2025, while around 1,200 died or disappeared on the route from West Africa to the Canary Islands. In both cases, the figures are lower than the previous year."
The UN's International Organization for Migration reported that 7,667 people died or went missing on migration routes worldwide in 2025, a decrease from 9,200 deaths in 2024. However, the actual 2025 figure is likely significantly higher due to reduced funding for aid organizations limiting documentation. Mediterranean deaths rose sharply in early 2026, with 606 recorded deaths already exceeding previous year totals at this point. Nearly 2,200 people died or went missing in the Mediterranean in 2025, while approximately 1,200 perished on West Africa to Canary Islands routes. The IOM calls for increased financial support for rescue organizations and dismantling of smuggling networks endangering migrants.
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