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UK and France Agree on Need for New Migrant Deterrent

Macron and Starmer pledge joint effort to curb Channel crossings

09 July 2025 · 23:52 UTC

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron have agreed on the need for a new deterrent to stop small boat migrant crossings in the English Channel.

The leaders emphasized strengthening joint operations and developing tougher measures to discourage dangerous journeys.