More than 2,500 migrants crossing the Mediterranean died or went missing this year

By Emma Bowman

The staggering toll increased more than 60% from last year, when fewer migrants attempted the dangerous journey to Europe. This year so far, the majority of migrants are arriving in Italy.

(Image credit: Valeria Ferraro/AP)

The staggering toll increased more than 60% from last year, when fewer migrants attempted the dangerous journey to Europe. This year so far, the majority of migrants are arriving in Italy.

(Image credit: Valeria Ferraro/AP)

Source: More than 2,500 migrants crossing the Mediterranean died or went missing this year