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www.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
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European leaders laud tougher migration policies but more people die on treacherous sea crossings

Politicians focus on human trafficking rather than the human tragedy of migrants crossing treacherous waters. Tougher policies are not deterring but encouraging dangerous journeys. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
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A decade of documenting more than 63,000 migrant deaths shows that fleeing is more lethal than ever

Migrant deaths have soared since tracking began in 2014, with over 63,000 dead or missing.
Experts warn of a crisis with growing numbers of unidentified migrants globally, impacting families and communities. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
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Dozens of Migrants Die After Their Dinghy Deflates in the Mediterranean

Migrant boat deflated in central Mediterranean, 50 deaths reported
SOS Mediterranee rescued dehydrated survivors adrift for days [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Europe news

Why are refugee deaths at an all-time high?

2023 was the deadliest year for refugees and migrants, with 8,565 deaths, a 20% increase from the previous year.
Majority of deaths occurred by drowning in the Mediterranean, with nine percent from vehicle accidents and seven percent from violence. [ more ]
New York Post
4 months ago
Europe news

5 migrants die, over 30 rescued trying to cross English Channel to UK in freezing cold

Five migrants died and a sixth was in critical condition after attempting to reach Britain from France.
Authorities are investigating the cause of death and other crimes related to the incident. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
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Four migrants die trying to cross Channel in freezing temperatures

Four people have died and one is in critical condition after attempting to reach the UK from France.
The region around Calais remains a magnet for migrants hoping to make the dangerous crossing. [ more ]
www.bbc.com
5 months ago
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Channel migrants: Hundreds cross English Channel in small boats

Nearly 300 migrants crossed the English Channel in small boats on the day of a fatal incident off the French coast.
The Home Office reports that 29,382 people have made the journey so far this year, compared to 45,774 last year. [ more ]
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