A failed crossing from Mauritania's coast toward Spain's Canary Islands in which 44 Pakistanis perished earlier this year has cast a spotlight on how globalized and sophisticated smuggling ...

The Senegalese navy intercepted 201 migrants in a crackdown on dangerous Atlantic crossings. As a popular but perilous route ...

DAKAR, Senegal — The Senegalese navy intercepted 201 West African migrants in the western part of the country, authorities said Wednesday, as the Atlantic Ocean crossing continues to be the most ...

Pakistan said that the boat, carrying 80 passengers including some Pakistanis, had set off from Mauritania on their way to the Canary Islands. Accessibility links. Skip to main content; ...

Pakistan, May 29 -- In a heartbreaking incident near Spain's Canary Islands, seven people, including four women and three young girls, lost their lives when a migrant boat capsized just metres ...

From 2024, a growing number of Asian nationals, most prominently from Pakistan, have also embarked on the Canary Islands route from Mauritania (and to a lesser degree Senegal).

Last year, a record 39,910 migrants reached the Canary Islands and over 6,000 people died while attempting the perilous crossing. Rights groups expect that figure to be surpassed this year.

Canary Islands government says it needs more help More than 5,600 unaccompanied minors remain on the archipelago Arrivals from Pakistan suggest new Asia route is developing ...

WORTH A TRIP: Where is the "Quietest Place on Earth"? In September's National Geographic Traveler, Edward Readicker-Henderson nominates La Gomera, one of the Canary Islands. By "quiet," however ...

Chants of 'The Canary Islands aren't for sale' and 'they've stolen our islands' were heard amongst protesters. It comes as locals say the number of tourists the islands attract is unsustainable.

From Pakistan to Spain via the Canaries, smugglers are using longer, more dangerous migration routes A failed crossing from Mauritania’s coast toward Spain’s Canary Islands in which 44 ...