Pakistan, April 21 -- Nearly 7,904 people died or disappeared while attempting migration in 2025, according to data released by the International Organization for Migration. The warned that sea routes toward Europe remained the deadliest paths, with many victims lost in what it described as "invisible shipwrecks" at sea.

Officials from the organization said the figures reflect a serious global failure to prevent repeated migration tragedies. Maria Moita, who leads the humanitarian and response department, stated that the rising death toll shows gaps in protection systems and emergency response mechanisms worldwide.

Although the total number dropped slightly from 9,197 deaths and disappearances recorded in 2024, officials said the declin...