France banned 10 British anti-migrant activists associated with the group "Raise the Colours" for attempting to disrupt migrants and asylum seekers crossing the English Channel in small boats, the French Ministry of Interior announced Wednesday. The ministry stated that the activists were engaged in searching for and destroying small boats and conducting propaganda activities along the northern French coast.

The ban, issued Tuesday, prevents the named individuals from entering France. According to the Ministry of Interior, the decision was made after authorities were alerted to the group's activities, which they deemed a threat to public order and safety. The ministry’s statement emphasized France's commitment to preventing vigilante actions that could endanger lives at sea.

Raise the Colours is a far-right organization based in the UK that has openly advocated for preventing migrants from reaching British shores. The group has used social media to promote its activities and solicit support. Their tactics have drawn condemnation from human rights organizations and refugee advocacy groups, who argue that such actions are dangerous and inhumane.

This action by the French government comes amid ongoing tensions between France and the UK over the issue of cross-Channel migration. Both countries have struggled to manage the flow of migrants attempting to reach the UK from mainland Europe. The UK government has repeatedly called on France to do more to prevent migrants from crossing the Channel, while France has accused the UK of failing to provide adequate legal pathways for asylum seekers.

The rise of far-right groups targeting migrants is a growing concern across Europe. These groups often exploit anti-immigrant sentiment and spread misinformation to further their agendas. Experts warn that their activities can incite violence and contribute to a climate of fear and hostility towards migrants and refugees.

The French government's ban on the Raise the Colours activists is a significant step in addressing this issue. However, it remains to be seen whether it will deter similar actions by other groups. Authorities in both France and the UK are expected to continue monitoring the activities of far-right organizations and take appropriate action to prevent them from endangering lives and disrupting public order. Further details regarding the identities of the banned individuals and the specific evidence against them have not been publicly released by the French Ministry of Interior.