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French Police Clash with Beachgoers Attempting Small Boat Crossing

21 Ağustos 2026The Guardian

Footage has emerged showing French police clashing with individuals on a northern beach as they attempted to intercept a dinghy bound for the UK. The confrontation occurred amid France's announcement of preventing 185 small boat crossing attempts in the past three months, following a new £660m deal with the UK.
In the video, individuals in lifejackets can be seen throwing objects at the police, who responded with Pava spray and slashed the inflatable boat.
The clash on the beach is part of a broader strategy by French authorities to curb the rising number of migrants attempting to cross the English Channel in small boats. The recent £660m deal with the UK aims to enhance border security and reduce the flow of illegal crossings, which have surged in recent years due to…
This incident highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding migration across the English Channel, particularly as both France and the UK grapple with increasing numbers of attempted crossings. The aggressive tactics employed by French police raise questions about the ethics of such enforcement measures and their effec…

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