Migrant surge and humanitarian crisis at the Ceuta border
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Migrants, Spanish Government, Moroccan Government
Ceuta, Spain
July 30, 2026
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Tens of thousands of migrants crossed from Morocco into the Spanish territory of Ceuta. At least 57 people died during the attempt. Spain deployed military forces to assist the Civil Guard in restoring border control.
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