They are dying because they believe they will be given reprieve in Europe.

It is the 'pro open border' people who are driving these people to their deaths.

No migrants should be given status if they cross illegally. They are not stupid - they know where the reality lies, because their family members tell them by sms - so once the 'back door' is closed, the deaths will stop.

As for refugees, pluck them directly out of UN camps where there is actually very good vetting.

The notion that migration cannot happen with reasonable controls is a lie. A like that is causing death.