As of 12 June, close to 7.3 million confirmed cases and over 413,400 deaths have been reported globally since the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak began. While the health impacts of COVID-19 are improving in some parts of the world, the situation globally remains aggravated. This is reflected in the multiple and
dissimilar responses that are seen with both stricter mitigation measures in some countries alongside easing and reopening in others. As of 11 June, a total of 220
countries, territories or areas have issued 66,009 travel restrictions, indicating a steady increase of two percent from the 66,009 restrictions recorded on 4 June.

A key consequence of these mobility restrictions worldwide has been the stranding abroad of people formerly on the move. In migrant camps, camp-like settings, reception centres and dormitories, there are increasing reports of confirmed cases and a heightened risk of contracting and spreading COVID-19 due to overcrowding, inadequate sanitation, poor nutrition, and limited access to health services. These conditions greatly contribute to the risk of an infectious disease outbreak in locations that currently have no known cases and/or to increasing the risk of transmission if it is already present. To address these and other challenges, IOM missions around the world are working with governments and partners to ensure that migrants, whether in regular or irregular situations, as well as returnees and forcibly displaced persons, are included in all aspects of COVID-19 preparedness and response efforts.