Published on, Sept. 16 -- September 16, 2025 8:51 PM

TRIPOLI: At least 50 migrants, mostly from Sudan, died when a boat caught fire off the coast of Libya, according to the International Organization for Migration (IOM). The tragic incident occurred on Sunday, but was confirmed on Tuesday by the IOM in a report published by Reuters.

The boat was carrying 75 migrants when it caught fire near the Libyan coast. Only 24 survivors were rescued and provided with emergency medical care. The IOM did not specify the exact cause of the fire, but migrant journeys across the Mediterranean are often marked by poor safety standards and overcrowded vessels.

Libya has become a key departure point for migrants seeking to reach Europe, especially since ...