At least 12 people have drowned after a small boat carrying around 70 migrants capsized in the English Channel, indicating the continuing perilous crossings amid rising fatalities.
Local authorities confirmed that multiple survivors were rescued but remained in serious condition, suggesting the need for urgent support and ongoing search efforts for those missing.
"Unfortunately, the bottom of the boat ripped open," said Olivier Barbarin, mayor of Le Portel, highlighting the tragic circumstances behind this deadly crossing in the channel.
"It's a huge drama," stated Mayor Barbarin, marking this incident as the deadliest for migrants in the channel this year, further illustrating the escalating dangers faced by those attempting the crossing.
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