
Gambia Boat Capsizes: Seven Dead, Dozens Missing off Canary Islands Route
A migrant boat carrying approximately 200 people capsized off the coast of The Gambia en route to Spain's Canary Islands, resulting in at least seven fatalities and numerous missing individuals. This incident highlights the increasing number of African migrants undertaking the dangerous Atlantic crossing to reach Europe, driven by socio-economic factors and instability in their home countries, with thousands perishing annually in these perilous voyages. The Gambian Navy, along with local fishermen, are conducting search and rescue operations, underscoring the collaborative efforts needed to address this humanitarian crisis.

















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