Three killed, including a child, in English Channel crossing attempt

Three people, including at least one child, died on September 28, 2026, during an attempt to cross the English Channel in a small boat from France to the United Kingdom. The deaths add to the grim toll on one of the world's most dangerous migration routes. Thousands of migrants and asylum seekers attempt the crossing each year in overcrowded dinghies and other small vessels. Both France and the UK have faced sustained criticism over their handling of Channel crossings, with tensions between the two countries over responsibility for preventing departures.