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At least 21 dead after migrant boat sinks off Senegal's northwestern coast

Times of India Nov 08, 2026 at 06:16 PM IST
At least 21 dead after migrant boat sinks off...

AI summary

At least 21 migrants died after their boat capsized off Senegal's northwestern coast, with only one survivor rescued. The incident highlights the ongoing peril of the Atlantic route to Spain, where thousands have died in recent years.

Key takeaways

  • Authorities recovered 21 bodies from the capsized boat off Kebemer.
  • Most victims were reportedly from local districts in the Kebemer department.
  • Senegal intercepted 142 migrants on another boat the day before the sinking.
  • Spain's El Hierro declared an emergency due to a surge in arrivals.
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