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What is the IOM's role?
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a UN agency that provides humanitarian assistance to migrants worldwide. This includes aid to survivors, support for search and rescue efforts, and advocating for safer migration pathways. While they monitor routes and report on tragedies like the Djibouti shipwreck, they do not have enforcement powers to prevent crossings.
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