Spain says migrants leaving Ceuta after mass influx in which 67 died
Summary
About 60,000 migrants crossed into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco in recent days, but Spain says nearly all of them have now left voluntarily. At least 67 people died trying to enter Ceuta, with some drowning and others crushed near the border fence.Key Facts
- Around 60,000 migrants entered Ceuta from Morocco by land and sea over a few days.
- Spain reports that almost all migrants have returned to Morocco on their own.
- At least 67 deaths were confirmed during the crossing attempt; some died by drowning, others by being crushed.
- Spanish and Moroccan authorities have increased border controls, including installing new barriers and using riot police.
- The mass crossing led to tensions in the European Union and calls to tighten border controls between member countries.
- Spain linked the migrant surge to rumors spread by criminal gangs about a Spanish court ruling on migrant returns.
- Ceuta and Melilla are Spain’s only land borders with Africa and common crossing points for migrants heading to Europe.
- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez described the mass crossing as a violation of Spain’s territorial sovereignty.
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