Migrants return to Morocco from Ceuta
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Migrants
Ceuta, Spain/Morocco border
Early August 2026
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Many migrants are returning to Morocco after crossing into Ceuta. Hunger and unmet expectations are cited as primary reasons for the return. Businesses in Ceuta are beginning to reopen.
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