French Police Raid Calais Migrant Camp: A GB News Report

Calais Migrant Camp Raided by French Police A migrant camp near Calais, France, was raided by French police on May 16, 2025. The raid, captured on video by GB News reporter Patrick Christys, showed the camp's makeshift conditions and the diverse nationalities of its inhabitants. Christys's report highlighted the presence of makeshift stalls selling goods and water. He stated, "Some kind of makeshift sanitation centre there, stalls, water everywhere." The video also shows migrants interacting with police and the overall chaotic nature of the camp's clearing. One migrant, when asked about the situation, expressed concern over the disruption to their daily lives. The video also shows a yellow bin with graffiti, indicating potential gang activity. The video's release coincides with ongoing debates about the migrant crisis and the handling of migrant camps in France. The incident raises questions about the effectiveness of current policies and the humanitarian concerns surrounding migrant populations.