Most of the 60,000 migrants who crossed into territory of Ceuta have left voluntarily, Spain says
Summary
About 60,000 migrants crossed from Morocco into the Spanish city of Ceuta in 24 hours, creating a chaotic and difficult situation. Most migrants have since returned to Morocco, but at least 57 people died during the attempt, including from drowning and crowd stampedes.Key Facts
- Around 60,000 migrants entered Ceuta from Morocco within one day.
- Ceuta's population is about 70,000, making the migrant arrival almost equal to the city’s size.
- At least 57 migrants died trying to cross, some by drowning and others in a stampede.
- Many migrants returned voluntarily to Morocco after arrival.
- Spanish forces and police were sent to restore order in Ceuta.
- Migrants also tried to enter Melilla, another Spanish territory in North Africa.
- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called the border crossing a violation of Spain’s territory and blamed human smugglers.
- European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen criticized the chaotic crossing and called for stricter border rules and swift returns.
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