UN: 109 people killed and more than 116 missing in shipwreck off Djibouti

In the written statement made by IOM, it was stated that a boat carrying 305 people capsized off the coast of Djibouti.

The statement stated that the accident was the "deadliest accident" that occurred off the coast of Djibouti and added: "At least 109 immigrants, including 15 children, lost their lives in the accident, and more than 116 people are missing." expressions were used.

In the statement, it was stated that concerns about the missing people not being found increased and Djibouti authorities continued their search and rescue efforts.

The statement stated that local authorities provided medical care to the survivors and that respectful funerals were held for those who lost their lives.

Alexandre Coissac, Djibouti Mission Chief of the International Organization for Migration, whose views were included in the statement, said, "This is a devastating loss of life." he said.

Stating that they are in solidarity with the survivors and families who lost their loved ones or have not heard from their relatives, Coissac said, "Our teams are on the field with local authorities to provide emergency aid. This tragedy is a painful reminder of the dangers faced by immigrants seeking economic opportunities in this migration corridor." made his assessment.