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Ceuta migrant crisis subsides
The Spanish city of Ceuta witnessed a surge of tens of thousands of migrants crossing the Mediterranean Sea, leading to a wave of mass crossings and the return of the majority of migrants to Morocco. Spanish sources reported that approximately 69,500 migrants returned to Moroccan territory. Despite the halt of crossing attempts, a 500-meter-long floating barrier was installed to prevent the recurrence of such waves. The events have revealed security and political tensions in the city, with concerns about the crisis's impact on Madrid's relations with Rabat and on European Union security. Additionally, 22 European countries announced stricter border measures, and the European Commission decided to hold an emergency meeting to discuss the crisis’s repercussions, given Ceuta’s strategic importance as a primary gateway to Europe from Africa.
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