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Over 30 Hours at Sea; Britain Transfers Refugees to Shore

Just now September 23, 2026 1 min read 📰 BBC Persian
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51 migrants reached Dover, UK, after a perilous 30-hour journey at sea from France. Despite being in dangerous conditions, they refused help from the French coast guard, showing their determination to reach Britain. This incident highlights ongoing issues regarding migration and border security in Europe.

In the city of Dover, Britain, 51 migrants arrived at this port after spending more than 30 hours at sea, having left the Normandy shores of France on a small boat on Monday morning. The French coast guard, which was tracking their route, reported that the migrants were in 'dangerous conditions' but refused assistance, stating they were 'determined to accept any risk to reach Britain.' British rescue boats were dispatched to assist the occupants of the boat, and they were then transferred to border security authorities.

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