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SocietyCalais, 10 years after the Jungle: Migrants still risk crossing the Channel

In 2016, thousands of migrants lived in the vast “Great Jungle” camp on the outskirts of Calais, which authorities dismantled over seven days. Today, dozens of smaller camps are spread along more of the coastline and are cleared about every 48 hours. Migrants continue trying to reach the UK in small boats despite the risks.

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FFrance 24★★☆☆☆2026-10-25 14:17Original

Calais, 10 years after the Jungle: Migrants still risk crossing the Channel
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