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Calais Marks 10 Years Since Jungle Camp: Migrants Continue Channel Crossings

25 Ekim 2026France 24

A decade after the Jungle camp's dismantling, migrants still attempt perilous Channel crossings for a better life.
Ten years after the dismantling of the 'Great Jungle' in Calais, migrants continue to risk their lives attempting to cross the Channel to the UK. While the original camp was cleared in just seven days, numerous smaller camps have emerged along the coastline, which are dismantled every 48 hours.
Despite the dangers associated with using small boats for the crossing, many migrants remain determined to pursue a better life.
The 'Great Jungle' camp was a significant symbol of the European migrant crisis, and its dismantling marked a shift in how authorities approached the issue. However, the emergence of smaller camps indicates that the underlying issues prompting migration have not been resolved.
The persistence of migrant camps in Calais highlights the ongoing challenges of migration policy and enforcement in Europe. The cyclical nature of camp dismantling and the continuous attempts to cross the Channel reflect a deep-seated desperation among migrants, driven by the hope for a better future.

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This article reflects the situation as of 2026 and may not capture recent developments in migration policy or conditions.