The UK government has imposed unprecedented sanctions on 25 individuals, groups, and companies accused of facilitating illegal migrant crossings into Britain, particularly via small boats across the English Channel. The measures include asset freezes and travel bans, targeting gang leaders, key intermediaries, and suppliers from regions including the Balkans, Middle East, China, and Asia. This is the first time the UK has used a dedicated global sanctions regime to disrupt people-smuggling networks, aiming to deter the billion-dollar illegal migration industry. Critics and experts question the effectiveness of sanctions alone in dismantling these complex criminal operations, but officials argue it marks a bold step in border security. The move comes as migrant crossings hit record highs in 2025, intensifying political pressure to curb irregular migration.
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