UN, '2023 the year with the most migrant deaths in the decade' - Breaking news. At least 8,565 people died along migration routes around the world in 2023, making it the worst year of the decade, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) said.
“The death toll in 20 23 is a tragic increase of 20% compared to 2022, leading to the urgent need for action to prevent further loss of life,” the UN agency said in a statement.