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Which entity will take the lead in addressing the migrant boat incident by December 31, 2024?
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Spanish Government • 25%
European Union • 25%
NGOs • 25%
International Organizations • 25%
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Spain's Guardia Civil Criticized After Migrant Boat Incident, No Injuries Reported
Aug 27, 2024, 12:32 PM
Spain's Guardia Civil is under scrutiny following an incident where one of their boats accidentally ran over a boat carrying smugglers and migrants attempting to enter Spain from Morocco. The incident, which occurred amidst efforts to intercept migrants at sea near Ceuta, has drawn criticism from the Spanish press and NGOs. Despite the dangerous nature of the event, no injuries were reported. The Spanish NGO Caminando Fronteras highlighted the perilous conditions migrants face, noting that over 5,000 people have died in the first five months of 2024 while attempting similar crossings, often in densa neblina.
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Call for investigation • 25%
No official response • 25%
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Policy changes announced • 25%
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Investigation inconclusive • 25%
No public announcement • 25%
Iran • 25%
Houthis • 25%
International coalition • 25%
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Increased patrols • 25%
Stricter migration laws • 25%
Humanitarian aid programs • 25%
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Italian Coast Guard • 25%
Italian Maritime Authority • 25%
Independent Commission • 25%
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UNHCR • 25%
IOM • 25%
Amnesty International • 25%
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France • 25%
United Kingdom • 25%
European Union • 25%
Other • 25%
United States • 25%
United Kingdom • 25%
Saudi Arabia • 25%
Other • 25%
Increase border patrols • 25%
Introduce stricter immigration laws • 25%
Engage in international cooperation with France • 25%
Other • 25%
Guwahati Municipal Corporation • 25%
State Government • 25%
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No significant organization • 25%
Policy changes announced • 25%
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No wrongdoing found • 25%
Civil Guard found at fault • 25%
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