Twenty-four people died in two boat capsizings off the Madagascar coast in the Indian Ocean, with 46 survivors rescued by Somalia’s government. Most passengers were young Somalis seeking better opportunities abroad, with a delegation traveling to Madagascar to assist survivors. Additionally, Somalia’s ambassador to Morocco is investigating reports of stranded Somali youth, as the U.N. migration agency raises concerns over rising irregular migration from the Horn of Africa due to conflict and drought.
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More than 100 aid, rights groups call for action as hunger spreads in Gaza
Over 100 aid and rights organizations have urged governments to demand an immediate ceasefire and the lifting of restrictions on humanitarian aid in Gaza, where mass starvation is reported amid blocked supplies. They emphasize that Israeli restrictions have led to chaos and death, as aid workers face dire conditions, with calls for a principled UN-led response and measures to end the siege. Want More Context? 🔎
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