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Vigilantes Target Migrant Boats Amid Asylum Reform Debate

11/20/2025

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British vigilantes launched "Operation Stop The Boats" and the Raise the Colours group filmed themselves destroying small boats used by migrants crossing the English Channel from France.
They claim to act against illegal migration and call themselves "patriots" while alleging they are preventing crime.
French authorities are investigating reports of violence against migrants by suspected British far-right figures.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced reforms to asylum policies.

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British vigilantes launched "Operation Stop The Boats" and the Raise the Colours group filmed themselves destroying small boats used by migrants crossing the English Channel from France.
They claim to act against illegal migration and call themselves "patriots" while alleging they are preventing crime.
French authorities are investigating reports of violence against migrants by suspected British far-right figures.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced reforms to asylum policies.