Escalating Fatalities
The (IOM) reported a record 8,938 migrant deaths worldwide in 2024, marking the fifth consecutive year of increasing fatalities.
led with the highest number of reported fatalities at 2,788, followed by the at 2,452 deaths. The , , and the also saw significant losses.
Humanitarian Impact and Policy Responses
The IOM's announcement of aid program suspensions and staff reductions due to US-led aid cuts comes as the agency seeks to address the increasing migrant death toll and its implications on global migration policies.
In response to the migrant crisis, Italian Prime Minister claims a 60% reduction in migrant arrivals in Italy, attributing it to agreements with North African countries. Meanwhile, reports a decrease in sea arrivals.