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IOM Reports Decline in Migrant Sea Crossings to Europe Amid Rising Deaths
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported that more than 2,200 migrants died or went missing at sea in 2026, despite a 39 percent decline in crossings to Europe. The report highlights the dangers of maritime routes, particularly the Central Mediterranean, where deaths have increased even as arrivals have decreased. The IOM calls for improved international cooperation and legal migration pathways to address the ongoing crisis.
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The International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported that more than 2,200 migrants died or went missing at sea in 2026, despite a 39 percent decline in crossings to Europe. The report highlights the dangers of maritime routes, particularly the Central Mediterranean, where deaths have increased even as arrivals have decreased. The IOM calls for improved international cooperation and legal migration pathways to address the ongoing crisis.
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