Spain’s enclave Ceuta raises alarm as thousands cross border from Morocco
Summary
Thousands of migrants have crossed into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco in the last 10 days. Local leaders declared a humanitarian emergency and asked for military help, while the Spanish government plans to send more resources and work with Morocco to manage the situation.Key Facts
- Between 1,500 and 2,000 migrants entered Ceuta in the past 10 days.
- Hundreds more arrived on one recent day, causing a local emergency declaration.
- Migrants crossed by sea on inflatable boats and by land, climbing fences.
- Ceuta and Melilla are Spain’s North African territories and the EU’s only land borders with Africa.
- Many migrants are youths from Morocco and sub-Saharan Africa seeking entry to Europe.
- Spain’s Supreme Court ruled that migrants caught at sea cannot be sent back to Morocco.
- Authorities say smuggling groups are encouraging more migrants to come due to this ruling.
- Spain’s Interior Minister is visiting Ceuta to review the situation and coordinate responses.
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