Homes Cities Lives War and conflict have a price. Today and every day, we continue to stand in solidarity with our fellow humanitarians and victims of conflict. #ActForHumanity #WithSudan🇸🇩

IOM is saddened by reports that 17 people have drowned off the N Africa coast on the West Africa Atlantic Route. The port of embarkment is unknown. IOM calls for migration to be made safe, regular, and voluntary. We decry the criminal smugglers who knowingly place lives at risk.

تعرب المنظمة الدولية للهجرة عن حزنها الشديد إزاء التقارير التي تفيد بغرق 17 شخصًا قبالة ساحل شمال إفريقيا على طريق غرب إفريقيا الأطلسي. لا يزال ميناء المغادرة غير معروف. ندعو إلى أن تكون الهجرة آمنة ونظامية وطوعية، وندين المهربين المجرمين الذين يعرضون حياة الناس للخطر عن عمد.

‼️ Even one migrant death is too many. IOM is committed to working together with governments and partners to prevent further deaths along dangerous migration routes.

🚨 A tragic shipwreck off Yemen has claimed 13 lives, with 14 people still missing. This disaster is a grim reminder of the urgent need to prevent these migrant tragedies, ensuring better protection for those seeking safety. 🔗 yemen.iom.int/news/iom-repor…

🚨DTM Sudan Flash Alert: Heavy rain & floods in Arbaat Al-Gharbiya area of Al Ganab locality, Red Sea, #Sudan displaced 60-100 households. Families seeking shelter in open areas. Reports of civilian deaths. Arba'at Dam damaged, risking further flooding. 🔗bit.ly/3MnRWXG

⚠️ This year, the Mediterranean Sea is more dangerous than last year. Regular migration pathways must be prioritized for the safety of people on the move. Financial Times and Amy Kazmin shed light on the dangers faced by migrants traveling the Central Mediterranean route.

Explore the #WMR2024 in the new #MPP issue. The article links the “bigger picture” on migration and displacement to global transformations, especially as it relates to technological, geopolitical and environmental change. bit.ly/3X1jGYf

🚨 In #Yemen, Floods & extreme winds have severely impacted thousands, with significant infrastructure damage. IOM is working around the clock to provide relief & urgently calls on the international community to increase support to address the overwhelming needs on the ground.

🚨 In IOM-managed sites in Ma'rib 🇾🇪, over 7,800 shelters have been partially damaged and nearly 1,350 fully damaged, leaving families in dire need. IOM provided emergency assistance to nearly 3,500 households, but with more storms on the way, the situation remains critical.

🚨 في المواقع التي تديرها المنظمة الدولية للهجرة في مأرب 🇾🇪، تضرر أكثر من 7,800 مأوى بشكل جزئي، وتعرض حوالي 1,350 للدمار الكامل، مما جعل الأسر في حاجة ماسة. قدمت المنظمة الدولية للهجرة مساعدات طارئة لنحو 3,500 أسرة، وفي ظل توقع حدوث المزيد من العواصف، يظل الوضع حرجاً.

🚨An estimated 136,000 people have been displaced by recent flooding in 🇸🇩#Sudan. The collapse of the Arba'at Dam has exacerbated the dire situation in the country. Read full press release here: 🔗iom.int/Z5i

The impacts of climate change are happening now, threatening lives and displacing millions globally. We can no longer ignore the urgent need for solutions for those who have to move, those already on the move, and those striving to stay and adapt. We need #ClimateAction now.

🚨 The devastating shipwreck off Yemen’s coast reveals the severe risks faced by migrants. It is crucial that we do not normalize such tragedies and instead work collectively to improve safety and prevent future incidents. yemen.iom.int/news/iom-repor…

From 25 to 31 August 2024, 979 migrants were intercepted and returned to Libya. 👇IOM Libya's Maritime Update

Almost 1 year since #StormDaniel's aftermath, IOM's Chief of Mission, DSRSG & UN partners are in #Derna, standing with affected communities. IOM has been steadfast in supporting resilience, recovery & rehabilitation. Needs remain critical-our solidarity is more crucial than ever.

"Solutions to address the nexus of climate change and human mobility at a continental scale are urgent." Amy Pope at Africa Climate Summit emphasized KDMECC-AFRICA as key to tackling climate-induced mobility in Africa. Read the 25 commitments: bit.ly/3TfjjXJ

In the historic streets of #Tripoli, Lebanon, Kamel and Ammar were able to grow their businesses and thrive thanks to the IOM's EDF grant, supported by Italy MFA Read their inspiring stories 👉 bit.ly/3APnUcR

This week, 60 people sadly confirmed dead or missing in 3 shipwrecks off the coast of Lampedusa, Libya & Algeria. IOM has recorded 1,107 deaths or disappearances in the Central Mediterranean in 2024. This is unacceptable. Enhanced access to safer migration routes can save lives

The collapse of the Arba'at Dam and heavy rains have devastated communities in Red Sea state, Sudan, displacing hundreds amid ongoing conflict. IOM is on-site assessing needs and mobilizing immediate humanitarian assistance, including shelter, NFIs, and cash support. #WithSudan