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Over 2,200 Migrants Die in Mediterranean in 2024, Reports UN

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Over 2,200 Migrants Die in Mediterranean in 2024, Reports UN

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  • More than **2,200 migrants** either died or went missing in the **Mediterranean** in 2024, according to a **UN report**.
  • The figure includes nearly **1,700 lives lost** on the central Mediterranean route, primarily affecting those fleeing **violent conflict and poverty**.
  • Recent incidents, including a boat sinking off **Libya**, exacerbated the already high death toll as many attempt the perilous journey.
  • **Regina De Dominicis** of **UNICEF** emphasized the tragic loss of **hundreds of children** who are part of these migrations.
  • Efforts to deter migration, including agreements with **Tunisia and Libya**, have sparked criticism due to the human rights abuses faced by migrants in detention.

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