A boat carrying immigrants crashed into rocks near Morocco, resulting in the tragic loss of six lives, as per a report from the MAP news agency. 

Fortunately, 48 people managed to survive the accident. The incident was allegedly caused by adverse weather conditions, with high waves and a failed maneuver by the smuggler.

Local authorities and emergency services promptly responded to the collision, providing first aid to the survivors and recovering the bodies of those who lost their lives. An investigation into the incident is currently underway.

In recent weeks, there has been an increased focus on the Atlantic migration route, which extends from the West African coast to the Spanish Canary Islands. This comes as several boats have either sunk or disappeared along this route, drawing significant attention to the challenges and dangers faced by immigrants attempting to cross it.

Moroccan authorities have lately reported thwarting around 26,000 attempted crossings in the initial five months of 2023 and approximately 71,000 attempts in 2022. Nevertheless, it is essential to note that these figures include instances where migrants might have made multiple efforts to cross, thereby potentially inflating the overall numbers and not accurately representing the total number of individuals attempting to leave.

NGOs consistently report tragic shipwrecks in the waters of Morocco, Spain, and international territories, with informal estimates suggesting that the death toll could reach dozens or possibly even hundreds of people.

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