8 migrants dead after boat capsizes off Senegal coast, many injured survivors rescued

A migrant boat capsized off the coast of northern Senegal, resulting in 8 deaths.
Approximately 155 people were on board, many of whom were injured survivors who received medical treatment.
This capsizing comes just days after another tragic incident that left 7 dead and 50 rescued off the coast.
The Atlantic migration route to Europe is extremely dangerous, with nearly 800 deaths or disappearances so far in 2023.
The Canary Islands have become a major destination for migrants attempting to reach Spain and the EU.