7,900 Deaths or Missing Persons on Migrant Routes
The IOM says many people are dying on migration routes. Thousands of people have died in the past year. This shows how dangerous migration is.
In 2025, the IOM reported 7,900 deaths or missing people on global migration routes. The IOM calls this a ‘global failure’. Migrants face serious dangers when trying to reach safer countries. The situation is getting worse. The IOM highlights the need to prevent these deaths.
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Highlights
High Death Toll on Routes
The IOM reports 7,900 deaths or missing persons on global migrant routes in 2025.
IOM Calls It a Failure
The IOM describes the situation as a ‘global failure’.
Migrants Face Dangers
These deaths highlight the dangers faced by migrants worldwide.
Significant Number of Deaths
Thousands of people have died on global migration routes.
Ongoing Problem Persists
The organization criticizes the ongoing and worsening failure to prevent deaths.