Dozens reported missing in migrant boat capsize off Libyan coast

April 5, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Dozens reported missing in migrant boat capsize off Libyan coast

A Boat Carrying Migrants Capsizes Off Libyan Coast, Leaving Dozens Missing and Two Dead

At least 2 people have been confirmed dead after a boat carrying migrants capsized off the coast of Libya. The incident occurred when the vessel, which was carrying more than 100 people on board, lost stability in the water.

According to reports, the boat set sail with a large number of passengers. However, it is not clear how many people were on board at the time of the incident or what caused the vessel to capsize.

Rescue efforts are currently underway, but details about the rescue operation are limited. It is unclear how many people have been rescued and how many remain missing.

The Libyan coast guard has confirmed that 2 people have died in the incident. The exact number of people on board at the time of the incident is not known.

The incident highlights the risks faced by migrants attempting to cross the Mediterranean Sea, which has become a major route for those seeking to reach Europe. The situation remains fluid, and further information will be provided as it becomes available.

Source: Al Jazeera