Rohingya

The Rohingya are a stateless Muslim ethnic group, largely from Myanmar, who have faced persecution and displacement, leading many to seek refuge in neighboring countries like Bangladesh. Recent news highlights the perilous journeys Rohingya refugees undertake by sea, primarily from Bangladesh to Malaysia and Indonesia, seeking better lives. In 2025 and early 2026, there has been a surge in reported deaths and disappearances at sea. A record number of nearly 900 Rohingya refugees died or went missing in the Bay of Bengal and Andaman Sea in 2025. Recently, a boat carrying Rohingya and Bangladeshi nationals capsized in the Andaman Sea, leaving approximately 250 people missing, including children. These incidents underscore the desperate conditions in refugee camps and the dangers faced by those attempting maritime escapes. The situation has prompted warnings from the UNHCR about the region becoming an 'unmarked graveyard' and calls for increased efforts to ensure safe passage and address the root causes of displacement. Additionally, activists are pursuing legal action against Myanmar's leaders for alleged genocide against the Rohingya.