Two migrants die trying to cross Channel to Britain

Tackling illegal immigration has been a priority for both the British and French governments

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In this drone view an inflatable dinghy carrying migrants makes its way towards England in the English Channel, Britain, on August 6, 2024. — Reuters file

By Reuters

Published: Sun 11 Aug 2024, 9:16 PM

Last updated: Sun 11 Aug 2024, 9:17 PM

Two people were found dead after a boat carrying migrants trying to cross the Channel from near the French port of Calais to Britain ran into difficulties early on Sunday, French authorities said.

Fifty-three other people were rescued.

Tackling illegal immigration has been a priority for both the British and French governments. Thousands have arrived in Britain this year in small, overloaded boats.

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Last month, at least five migrants died while trying to cross the Channel from France.

Reuters

Published: Sun 11 Aug 2024, 9:16 PM

Last updated: Sun 11 Aug 2024, 9:17 PM

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