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More than 150 migrants rescued after boat catches fire in Channel

More than 150 migrants rescued after boat catches fire in Channel. The boat was attempting to cross to the UK when its engine caught fire, according to French authorities.

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More than 150 migrants rescued after boat catches fire in Channel. The boat was attempting to cross to the UK when its engine caught fire, according to French authorities.

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More than 150 migrants rescued after boat catches fire in Channel.Supported · Medium-high confidence
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More than 150 migrants rescued after boat catches fire in Channel.
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Medium-high confidence in the current public evidence chain.
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