EU TO INCREASE SEA PATROLS This handout picture taken and released by the French Navy (Marine Nationale) on September 5 shows members of the French Navy crew of the Commandant Bouan patrol ship taking part in a rescue operation of refugees. The UN Security Council is considering a resolution to permit EU naval forces greater latitude in tracking and seizing boats being used by people-smugglers. AFP PHOTO
EU TO INCREASE SEA PATROLS
This handout picture taken and released by the French Navy (Marine Nationale) on September 5 shows members of the French Navy crew of the Commandant Bouan patrol ship taking part in a rescue operation of refugees. The UN Security Council is considering a resolution to permit EU naval forces greater latitude in tracking and seizing boats being used by people-smugglers. AFP PHOTO

UNITED NATIONS, New York: The UN Security Council is considering allowing European naval forces to board and search ships on the high seas in an effort combat the smuggling of migrants, diplomats said Wednesday.

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