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Despite the dangers, thousands of Rohingya Muslims continue to flee Myanmar and refugee camps in Bangladesh by boat, with nearly 4,500 making the perilous journey last year and 569 dying or going missing. Indonesian officials reported another boat carrying Rohingya refugees landing in Aceh, highlighting the ongoing risks and desperation driving this dangerous migration.
Despite the soaring death toll, Rohingya refugees continue to flee Myanmar and Bangladesh by boat, with nearly 4,500 attempting the perilous journey last year, resulting in 569 deaths or disappearances. The desperate situation in overcrowded refugee camps, coupled with global indifference and lack of resettlement opportunities, has left the Rohingya with few alternatives. Facing starvation, fear, and limited prospects, many are willing to risk their lives at sea in hopes of reaching Indonesia or Malaysia, despite the dangers and tragic losses.