What's happened
The UK and EU have signed an agreement to cooperate on tackling illegal migration, focusing on stopping small boats crossing the English Channel.
Why it matters
The agreement is significant as it marks a cooperative effort between the UK and EU to address a pressing issue, and reflects a thawing in relations following Brexit.
What the papers say
Gulf News emphasizes the UK's priority to stop migrants from crossing the Channel, while The Independent highlights the lack of a bilateral returns agreement in the deal. BBC News and AP News provide similar coverage, focusing on the agreement's aim to improve cooperation in tackling illegal migration.
How we got here
The UK and EU have been working on a new cooperation agreement to crack down on illegal migration, with the UK's desire for a returns agreement previously causing a snag in negotiations.
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