300 migrants are missing at sea near the Spanish Canary Islands. The news was reported by Reuters on July 9, 2023. The migrants were traveling on three boats from Senegal to Spain. Two of the boats have been missing for 15 days.
The third boat left Senegal on June 27. The families of the migrants have not heard from them since they left.
The Canary Islands are located off the coast of West Africa. They are a popular destination for migrants from sub-Saharan Africa. The migrants are trying to reach Europe. The journey is often dangerous. Many migrants have died attempting to make the crossing.
The news of the missing migrants is a reminder of the dangers migrants face. They face these dangers when attempting to cross the sea. It also highlights the need for safe and legal pathways for migrants to reach Europe.
