Moroccan security forces arrest nearly 300 migrants trying to reach Spain’s Ceuta
Summary
Moroccan security forces arrested nearly 300 migrants trying to enter the Spanish city of Ceuta from Morocco. The arrests follow increased border security after social media posts encouraged mass attempts to cross into Spain.Key Facts
- Moroccan state TV reported 294 sub-Saharan African migrants were arrested trying to enter Ceuta.
- Authorities also arrested 61 Moroccans accused of helping migrants cross.
- Migrants aimed to enter Ceuta, a Spanish city on Morocco’s northern coast.
- Security was increased after social media calls urged new mass crossings.
- Two weeks earlier, tens of thousands tried crossing into Ceuta, resulting in at least 90 deaths.
- Over 20,000 Moroccan security personnel guard the border daily.
- Many migrants come to Morocco fleeing poverty, conflict, or instability, hoping to reach Europe.
- Ceuta and Melilla are Spanish enclaves on the Moroccan coast often used by migrants to enter Europe.
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