People return to Morocco after violence in Ceuta.
Many people are crossing from Morocco into Ceuta and Melilla. This is happening mostly by swimming. There is a chaotic situation with violence and injuries.
The situation began with thousands of people, mainly from Morocco and Africa, returning to Morocco after a night in Ceuta. People were facing hostility and restrictions in Ceuta. Reports say individuals threw stones and used guns. Businesses closed, and people had trouble getting food and water. The government says over 25,000 people returned by Friday evening.
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Highlights
Mass Migration to Ceuta/Melilla
Thousands of people are reaching Ceuta and Melilla by swimming, causing chaos.
Violence and Hostility in Ceuta
People returned to Morocco after experiencing hostility and restrictions in Ceuta.
Stone Throwing and Firearms
Individuals threw stones and used firearms in Ceuta.
Businesses Closed in Ceuta
Businesses closed due to the situation in Ceuta.
Over 25,000 Return to Morocco
More than 25,000 people returned to Morocco by Friday evening.