Dunkirk

Dozens of migrants boarded a dinghy destined for England from a beach near Dunkirk while French police officers watched, with chaos erupting as they raced through the water and fought for spots. The incident highlights ongoing challenges in policing Channel crossings despite recent UK-France financial agreements.

Four migrants died near Boulogne-sur-Mer on Thursday after being swept away by currents while trying to board a boat, which then continued to the UK with about 30 people on board. The incident highlights the ongoing dangers of the Channel crossing route, where at least six people have died so far this year.

A key migrant deal between the UK and France is set to expire on Tuesday, with its future at risk after recent negotiations in Paris failed to resolve disputes over a new detention center in Dunkirk and funding models.