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Mauritania: ACNUR expresa su profunda consternación por la muerte o desaparición de 144 personas frente a las costas de África occidental
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· July 21, 2026
· 3 min read
Countries: Mauritania, Gambia, Spain, World . Las víctimas, entre ellas personas refugiadas y migrantes, intentaban alcanzar Europa por mar desde África occidental, una travesía extremadamente peligrosa que pone de nuevo de manifiesto el elevado coste humano de estas rutas. Entre el 14 y el 18 de ju
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Key takeaway Entre el 14 y el 18 de julio se llevaron a cabo tres operaciones de rescate y desembarco en Nuadibú, Mauritania, que permitieron poner a salvo a 387 personas.
Why this matters
The recent tragedy off the coast of Mauritania highlights the extreme risks faced by refugees and migrants attempting to reach Europe via the Atlantic route. With 144 people dead or missing, this incident underscores the need for continued humanitarian efforts to prevent such losses. The fact that survivors, including two minors who lost their families, are recovering in hospital, emphasizes the devastating human cost of these journeys. Despite a 61% decrease in arrivals to the Canary Islands compared to 2025, the risks persist, and organizations like ACNUR must remain vigilant. The Atlantic route between West Africa and the Canary Islands remains one of the deadliest in the world, with long distances, unpredictable ocean conditions, and precarious vessels contributing to the high mortality rate. As ACNUR and its partners continue to assist survivors and identify those in need of international protection, it is clear that more must be done to address the root causes of these dangerous migrations and provide safer alternatives for those seeking refuge in Europe.
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Category: disaster Published: July 21, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Countries: Mauritania, Gambia, Spain, World . Las víctimas, entre ellas personas refugiadas y migrantes, intentaban alcanzar Europa por mar desde África occidental, una travesía extremadamente peligrosa que pone de nuevo de manifiesto el elevado coste humano de estas rutas. Entre el 14 y el 18 de ju
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