French navy denies rescue to 60 migrants in distress

French navy officers did not rescue 60 migrants in a sinking dinghy just 1.3 miles from the French coast. Instead, they requested assistance from the UK Border Force, despite the migrants' visible distress. After hours of monitoring the situation, the French navy contacted the UK Border Force, which then sent a vessel to assist. The migrants were eventually transferred to the UK Border Force and taken to Dover. This incident highlights ongoing issues with migrant crossings in the Channel. New data shows that 3,224 migrants have arrived this year, an increase from last year. French officials are considering changing laws to allow for more proactive interventions against migrant boats.