It is unprecedented that a rubber boat had to be rescued off the Dutch coast

A rubber boat carrying 38 migrants was found adrift near Cadzand, Netherlands, raising concerns about illegal migration routes. The boat, which had departed from the Netherlands, was likely headed for the UK. Authorities are investigating the incident, as such departures from the Netherlands are rare. Migration expert Saskia Bonjour noted that illegal immigration typically involves entry into the Netherlands rather than departures. The situation reflects a shift in smuggling routes due to increased border controls in France and the UK, leading to potentially more dangerous crossings. The investigation continues into the motivations behind this journey and the implications for migrant safety.