More than 80 migrants feared dead after boat rescued off Canary Islands
Source Summary
Rescuers recovered 44 survivors from a vessel off the Canary Islands, but more than 80 migrants are feared dead. Bad weather prevented rescuers from recovering five bodies that remained on the boat.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the ongoing humanitarian crisis and dangers faced by migrants attempting to reach Europe by sea.
What remains uncertain
The exact death toll remains uncertain, with more than 80 feared dead but the final number unconfirmed.
