Overview
- French maritime officials said a patrol vessel recovered all 66 people Sunday night after their small boat's engine failed off Pas-de-Calais.
- Rescuers launched a rigid-hull boat, made contact, and progressively transferred everyone to the patrol ship before docking in Calais for medical care.
- No deaths were reported in this incident, according to officials and charity statements following the operation.
- UK Home Office data show 1,208 people have crossed the Channel so far this year, following record highs reported in the first half of 2025.
- The rescue follows an inquiry into the November 2021 disaster that left 27 dead, which concluded small-boat crossings must end, while a refugee charity warns the lack of safe routes will lead to further deaths.