Gulf states should expand legal migration pathways for people from the Horn of Africa

Cross-border movement of people, including asylum seekers, refugees, and policy responses.

The International Organization for Migration reported at least 139 deaths after a migrant boat capsized near Djibouti while travelling towards Yemen. The disaster occurred during the night of 8–9 October; the updated toll was reported on 11 October. Passengers were travelling along a dangerous route towards Gulf countries.