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Migration surge impacts Spain and Europe
The city of Ceuta, the Spanish enclave on Morocco's northern coast, experienced one of the largest waves of irregular migration in recent years, as tens of thousands of migrants crossed the land and sea borders in a short period. Official estimates indicate that approximately 49,000 to 50,000 migrants entered within 24 hours, with the total number possibly reaching around 60,000 people. This large influx overwhelmed reception centers and led to the situation being described as a "humanitarian and social emergency," with 18 to 19 individuals drowning while attempting to cross. The Spanish government attributed the surge to human trafficking networks exploiting a judicial ruling that prohibits immediate deportation of migrants, which encouraged more irregular crossings, especially among young people. Spain and Morocco cooperated to strengthen border security measures, including deploying additional military forces and coordinating efforts to contain the crisis. The situation elicited mixed reactions across Europe, including calls to dismantle trafficking networks, while France reaffirmed its support for Madrid. This crisis occurs amid historical and geographical sensitivities surrounding Ceuta and Melilla, both of which remain key sticking points in the migration issues between the European Union and Morocco.
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