What to Know About Ceuta

The peninsula on Morocco’s northern coast that Spain has governed for centuries has been a frequent site of mass migrant crossings and political tensions.

By Pranav Baskar

Spain Sends Troops to Africa Enclave on Illegal Immigrant Surge

The Spanish government has ordered an emergency military deployment to one of the country’s two North African enclaves after thousands of illegal immigrants entered in recent days.

By Rodrigo Orihuela

Clashes near Morocco’s border with Spain over beefed up migrant security

Clashes erupted near the Morocco-Spain border crossing, after thousands of migrants into Spain.

Spain deploys military after thousands of migrants overwhelm border enclave, at least 9 dead

Video shows thousands of migrants overwhelming Ceuta's Tarajal border as Spain deploys its military and at least nine people die during crossings.

Spain deploys military after thousands of Moroccan migrants cross border illegally; 9 killed

Spain deployed its military to Ceuta after thousands of migrants crossed from Morocco. The sudden influx overwhelmed security forces, leading to a severe border crisis. Authorities confirmed an agreement with Morocco for the return of illegal migrants. The reason for the surge remains unclear, with various factors suggested. Ceuta, a Spanish enclave, is a key point for migration into Europe.

By TRISHA MAHAJAN

Migrants pour into Spain’s Ceuta from Morocco, with military called in

State television TVE reported that 2,000 to 3,000 people had crossed into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta on Thursday as Spain deployed military units to reinforce police there.

Hundreds of migrants swim from Morocco to Spanish enclave of Ceuta

Hundreds of migrants have entered Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco over the past week, the territory's leader has said.

By Abubakar Ibrahim