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Spain has slammed the EU's response to the migrant crisis in Ceuta, demanding urgent and more coordinated action. The crisis has exposed divisions within the bloc over migration policy, as Spain pressures Brussels for binding solutions.
A deadly migrant surge in Ceuta has sparked accusations from pro-Israel figures that Spain is being punished for its critical stance on Israel. While the cause of the crisis is disputed, the episode has intensified tensions between Madrid and its critics.
Spain says nearly all of the estimated 60,000 migrants who surged into Ceuta have returned to Morocco, but at least 67 died during the attempt. The crisis has sparked EU concerns and tough responses from neighboring countries.
Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez has called for an emergency EU meeting after rebuking some member states for their “selfish, divisive and unlawful” response to the Ceuta border crisis. Over 50,000 people entered the Spanish enclave from Morocco, prompting political turmoil and calls to suspend Spain from Schengen.
Spain has sent military and police reinforcements to Ceuta after at least 34 migrants died attempting to enter the North African territory from Morocco. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez visited the region on Friday, describing the situation as "unexpected" and pledging to protect Ceuta "as if it were Madrid." The influx has sparked political tensions across Europe, with France tightening border controls and Italy threatening to suspend Schengen membership for Spain.
At least 19 migrants died and tens of thousands reportedly entered Spain's Ceuta enclave from Morocco within 24 hours, triggering a humanitarian crisis. Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez will visit Ceuta, while France and Italy tighten border controls.
At least 18 people have died attempting to enter Spain's Ceuta enclave from Morocco, as some 49,000 migrants crossed the border, overwhelming the territory. Thousands, including unaccompanied children, have been left without shelter, sleeping in parks and on streets, prompting Spain to send reinforcements and declare a serious humanitarian crisis.
