Nine Dead, 48 Missing After Migrant Boat Capsizes Near Spain1 min read

A devastating maritime disaster unfolded near the Spanish island of El Hierro, claiming the lives of at least nine migrants and leaving 48 others missing.

The boat, carrying 84 individuals mostly from West African nations like Mali, Mauritania, and Senegal, capsized during a rescue operation four miles off the coast.

Rescue teams managed to save 27 people, but adverse weather conditions, including strong winds and poor visibility, hampered their efforts.

The incident highlights the dangers migrants face on their journeys and the pressing need for international collaboration to address migration issues.

Meanwhile, three other boats carrying 208 migrants successfully reached the Canary Islands overnight.