At least 12 people have died, making this incident the deadliest this year in what has been a series of tragedies in the English Channel.
The vessel sank off the coast of Wimereux, an area known for similar incidents, emphasizing the ongoing struggle of French and British governments to prevent risky crossings.
French interior minister Gerald Darmanin reported that two individuals remain missing and rescue operations continue in the hope of finding them, while 65 are rescued, some critically injured.
Authorities emphasized their commitment to mobilize all resources to care for the victims and support rescue efforts, underlining the urgency of the situation.
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