At least 13 migrants died as a boat sank off the coast of France, 65 people were rescued from the water

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At least 13 migrants have died after a boat sank off the coast of northern France. This incident took place in the English Channel, where a boat carrying more than 50 people was aboard. According to local officials, the boat was headed towards Britain when it suddenly sank, causing everyone to fall into the water. French maritime officials said the boat’s bottom burst, causing it to sink.

Le Portel mayor Olivier Barbarin said, “Unfortunately, the bottom of the boat burst. He confirmed that at least 13 people have died.” At the same time, rescue teams have rescued several people from the water, many of whom were in critical condition. Teams of doctors immediately reached the scene and treated the injured.

Status of migrants

The number of deaths of migrants in the English Channel is increasing this year. According to the International Organization for Migration, at least 30 migrants have died or gone missing while trying to go to Britain this year. This incident is considered to be the deadliest migrant accident in the English Channel this year.

French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin has described the incident as horrific. Last week, French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer discussed increasing cooperation to eliminate migrant smuggling routes.

What is the English Channel?

Let us tell you that the English Channel is a waterway. It is believed that traveling on small boats through this channel becomes dangerous. This year, 2109 migrants have attempted to cross the Channel through small boats in the last seven days alone. Let us tell you that this incident shows the seriousness of the migrant crisis, which is not limited to France and Britain, but has become a big issue across Europe.