The Unseen Toll of Europe's Migration Crisis A recent tragedy off the Canary Islands has shed light on a grim reality: the Atlantic continues to be a death trap for migrants and refugees seeking a safer life in Europe.
In late March, five people were recovered from a boat that had been drifting for 27 days, carrying dozens more who are feared dead.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of migration policies that prioritize control over compassion.