Djibouti: (RightNow) A boat carrying migrants from Djibouti to Yemen capsized, resulting in 139 deaths. 84 individuals remain missing, while 82 have been rescued.

According to the United Nations, the tragedy claimed the lives of 139 people, including 15 children. The boat carried a total of 305 migrants, mostly from African countries.

The incident occurred near the coastal area of Obock in Djibouti. Rescue operations are ongoing, and efforts to find the missing individuals continue.

This tragedy highlights the severe risks faced by those seeking a better future in Gulf countries via perilous sea routes from Africa.

It is important to note that these dangerous journeys are often undertaken illegally, exposing migrants to life-threatening hazards.