A tragic incident unfolded off the coast of the Canary Islands on Wednesday, as six people, including four women, a teenage girl, and a young child, lost their lives when a migrant boat capsized shortly before reaching safety.
The vessel was carrying migrants attempting the perilous Atlantic crossing to Europe.
Emergency services in the Spanish archipelago confirmed the deaths, stating that the victims included two minors, one aged 16 and the other just five years old.
The group was believed to be just moments from reaching land when the boat overturned in what is now the latest catastrophe on one of the world’s deadliest migration routes.
Located in the Atlantic Ocean, the Canary Islands have become a major entry point for migrants and refugees, particularly from West Africa, attempting to reach European territory in search of safety and better opportunities.
The route is notorious for its high death toll, with overcrowded and unsafe vessels frequently leading to disaster.
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