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Tragic Ferry Capsizing in Congo River Claims 38 Lives, Over 100 Missing as Christmas Journey Turns Deadly

Demographic Republic of the Congo – Officials reported a catastrophic event late on Saturday following the capsizing of a ferry on the Busira River in the northeastern part of the country, resulting in at least 38 confirmed deaths and over 100 individuals currently missing. The tragedy unfolded late Friday when a ferry, part of a convoy and heavily laden with passengers, predominantly merchants heading home for the Christmas season, submerged under the waters of the …

Tragic Capsizing in English Channel Claims 12 Lives, Including Six Children and Pregnant Woman; UK Prime Minister Vows Action Against Smugglers

London, England — A tragic maritime accident in the English Channel claimed the lives of 12 individuals, including six children and a pregnant woman, marking 2024’s most devastating incident in these waters. The event has intensified the scrutiny on the perilous journeys undertaken by migrants attempting to reach the UK. In response, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer vowed stern measures against the criminal networks that facilitate these crossings. To date, the number of people crossing …