Hundreds of migrants swim from Morocco to Spanish enclave of Ceuta
Summary
Hundreds of migrants have recently entered the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco, overwhelming local resources. Officials are urging the Spanish government to take action as the situation creates a humanitarian and security challenge.Key Facts
- The enclave of Ceuta is on Morocco’s northern coast and is part of Spain.
- Migrants have swum or crossed border fences to enter Ceuta.
- Estimates of the number entering range from several hundred to a few thousand.
- Over the past two weeks, about 1,500 mostly young Moroccan migrants arrived.
- In recent months, 60 bodies were recovered at sea near Ceuta.
- Reception centers for unaccompanied minors are overcrowded, running at many times their normal capacity.
- Spain’s Interior Minister is expected to visit Ceuta to assess the situation.
- Ceuta and Melilla are the European Union’s only land borders with Africa and have been focal points for migrants trying to reach Europe.
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