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Why don't migrants claim asylum in France?
Under international law, asylum claims must typically be made in the country where a person arrives. Many migrants aim for the UK due to perceived better opportunities, existing family ties, or language. Claiming asylum in France would mean staying there, which isn't their goal, leading to these dangerous crossings.
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