Family of Woman Who Died in Channel Crossing Vows to Attempt Again
The Al Shammari family, fleeing persecution in Kuwait, faces dire choices after the tragic loss of their daughter.
- Dina Al Shammari, 21, died in an overcrowded dinghy off the coast of Calais on July 28.
- The family, part of the stateless Kuwaiti Bidoon minority, has attempted the crossing five times.
- Amira Al Shammari, Dina's mother, says the family has no options but to seek asylum in the UK.
- An investigation into Dina's death is ongoing in France, with a suspect arrested in the UK.
- The family is currently raising funds for Dina's burial and planning their next steps.