At least 12 individuals have died after a boat carrying migrants capsized in the English Channel, according to French officials. The incident prompted a large-scale search and rescue operation, with over 50 people reported to be on board. Many survivors require medical attention, and several are in critical condition. The tragedy occurred off the coast between Cap Gris-Nez and Wissant, near the shortest distance across the English Channel. This event marks another significant loss of life in attempts to cross from northern France to the UK in overburdened and poorly constructed vessels.
- At least 12 migrants died after their boat capsized in the English Channel.
- Over 50 individuals were on board, and a large search and rescue operation is underway.
- Many of the survivors are in need of medical treatment, with several in critical condition.
- The incident occurred off the coast between Cap Gris-Nez and Wissant, a short distance from the English coast.
- Emergency services have been responding since around 11:30 local time.
- The boat was described as dangerously overloaded and poorly constructed.
- Before this incident, 25 people had died attempting the journey this year, nearly double last year’s figure.
- More than 20,000 people have made the crossing this year, increasing pressure on the UK government to address the issue.
- The UK government is seeking to establish a new border security command to combat criminal gangs organizing these crossings.
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