A shocking UN warning: Tens of thousands of migrants killed or missing during a decade of perilous journeys

New York, USA – The United Nations announced that more than 80,000 migrants have died or gone missing since 2014, in one of the world’s most complex and protracted humanitarian crises, as a result of the perilous journeys undertaken by migrants in search of a better life.

In a recent report, the organization explained that these figures reflect only documented cases, suggesting that the true number is likely much higher, given the many incidents that go unreported, particularly in remote areas or along irregular routes.

The report indicated that the Mediterranean Sea remains one of the deadliest migration routes, with the highest number of victims, along with other routes in Africa, Latin America, and Asia, reflecting the scale and increasing severity of the phenomenon.

The UN affirmed that the causes of this tragedy are multifaceted, including armed conflict, poverty, climate change, and the lack of safe and orderly migration pathways, which compels thousands to risk their lives on unsafe routes. The organization called on the international community to intensify efforts to save lives by strengthening search and rescue operations, providing safe and legal migration pathways, and addressing the root causes that force individuals into migration.

It also stressed the need to enhance cooperation between states and international organizations to ensure the protection of migrants and respect for their human rights, emphasizing that the continuation of this situation represents a moral and humanitarian challenge that requires an urgent and comprehensive response.