Migrants seen swimming around border fence of Spanish enclave Ceuta
Summary
Hundreds of migrants entered the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, located in North Africa, by swimming and using inflatable devices to cross from Morocco. Local leaders said the number of arrivals has overwhelmed resources and called on the Spanish government for help.Key Facts
- Between 2,000 and 3,000 migrants arrived in Ceuta on one day, according to Spanish media estimates.
- Migrants crossed by swimming around the border fence or running through a gate in the fence.
- Ceuta is a Spanish territory on the northern coast of Morocco.
- The arrival of migrants has put pressure on local services and resources.
- Juan Jesús Vivas, the leader of Ceuta, has requested assistance from the Spanish government.
- The Guardia Civil, Spain’s national police, has not officially confirmed the estimated number of arrivals.
- Ceuta is a common entry point for migrants trying to reach Europe from North Africa.
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