In a tragic incident over the weekend, eight migrants lost their lives while attempting to cross the English Channel from Ambleteuse, France, to England.

This latest disaster occurred when an overloaded boat capsized near the French coast, marking 2024 as the deadliest year for such crossings since 2018. The incident follows another recent tragedy earlier this month, where twelve migrants, including six minors, perished.

The ongoing crisis has seen over 22,000 migrants successfully reach England this year, despite the perilous journey.

Local authorities and volunteers continue to face the grim reality of frequent rescue operations, with 200 individuals saved in just one day last week.

The situation underscores the urgent need for international cooperation to address the root causes of these dangerous crossings.