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stowaways
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The 2022 deal struck by Starmer’s predecessor, Rishi Sunak, involved sending migrants who arrive in the UK as stowaways or in boats to the East African country.—
Mike Corder,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Mar. 2026 -
Wheel wells are a common spot for stowaways to enter airplanes, and nearly 80% don’t survive the flight, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Oct. 2025
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