French Authorities Launch Rescue Operation for Migrants Attempting Channel Crossing

French authorities initiated a rescue operation after approximately 140 migrants attempted to cross the Channel to the UK, with about 40 becoming stranded by the tide.

15 Aug, 18:55 — 15 Aug, 18:55

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French launch rescue operation as 140 migrants attempt Channel crossing to UK

Around 40 migrants got stranded by the tide as they waited to board a ‘taxi-boat’ off the coast of France

By Holly Bancroft

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French Authorities Launch Rescue Operation for Migrants Attempting Channel Crossing

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French launch rescue operation as 140 migrants attempt Channel crossing to UK

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