migrant - October 18, 2026

60,000 Migrants Surge into Spain's Ceuta in Mass Border Crossing

Over 60,000 migrants entered Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta in just 24 hours, with at least 57 people losing their lives during the border crossing. According to the Associated Press,

Boat Capsizes off Libyan Coast: 50 Migrants Missing

A tragic maritime disaster occurred off the coast of Libya earlier this week, leaving 50 migrants missing after their vessel capsized in the Mediterranean Sea. According to East Libyan Coast Guard

Italy: Anti- and Pro-Migration Rallies Sweep Rome

Tens of thousands of people demonstrated in the Italian capital for rival protests. The rallies took place after a proposed bill seeking measures against migrants secured enough support to be

US Embassy in Dhaka Rolls Out Two-Day Immigrant Visa Processing

The US Embassy in Dhaka has announced a significantly faster visa processing system for immigrant visa applicants, introducing a streamlined two-day processing window starting June 1. The announcement, made by the

14 Missing, 23 Rescued after Migrant Boat Sinks off Malaysia

A boat carrying 37 undocumented migrants believed to be from Indonesia sank off Pangkor island on Malaysia's west coast, leaving 14 people still missing, maritime authorities said. The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement

Bangladesh Calls for Global Cooperation to Ensure Migrants’ Rights at UN Forum

Bangladesh has issued a call for intensified global cooperation to curb irregular migration, protect the rights of migrants and ensure fair recruitment, decent work, and equitable wages for workers worldwide. Expatriates’

Almost 8,000 Migrants Died or Vanished on Routes in 2025: UN

Thousands of people died or went missing along global migration routes last year, the UN migration agency has reported. Deaths in the Mediterranean rose sharply early this year despite lower

50 Migrants Feared Dead in Mediterranean Boat Disaster

At least 50 migrants are feared dead after their vessel capsized in the Mediterranean Sea while attempting the perilous journey to Europe. The tragic incident occurred late Sunday night (January 25),

US to Suspend Immigrant Visas for 75 Countries, Including Bangladesh

The United States is suspending the issuance of immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries, including Bangladesh, effective January 21. US-based media outlet Fox News reported the decision on Wednesday, citing

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