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Two Rohingya Boats with Over 500 People Missing in Bay of Bengal
Two boats carrying over 500 Rohingya refugees disappeared in the Bay of Bengal after departing Rakhine State, Myanmar in late June 2026. The IOM and UNHCR announced on July 16, 2026 that no survivors have been reported to date. The second boat reportedly sank on July 8, 2026. Rohingya Rights Watch fears up to 530 deaths, including women and children. Official death tolls remain unconfirmed, as independent verification in Myanmar continues to be extremely difficult.