Moroccan families search for missing children after Ceuta crossing.
A large number of migrants have arrived in Ceuta, Spain, from Morocco. Many have returned to Morocco, and some have died trying to cross. Moroccan families are searching for missing loved ones.
The situation began with a surge of migrants crossing from Morocco to Ceuta. Moroccan families are actively searching for those who disappeared during the crossings. Authorities report at least 75 deaths of migrants attempting to cross to Spain. Estimates of the number of migrants in Ceuta range from 2,500 to 5,000. Hundreds of people in Morocco are gathering near the border to look for missing family members.
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Highlights
High Death Toll from Ceuta Crossing
At least 75 migrants have died attempting to cross from Morocco to Ceuta, according to Spanish authorities.
Families Search for Missing Loved Ones
Moroccan families are actively searching for migrants who have disappeared after crossing to Ceuta.
Thousands Returned to Morocco
A large number of migrants have returned to Morocco following their attempts to cross into Ceuta.
Migrants Share Difficult Stories
Approximately 2,500 to 5,000 migrants remain in Ceuta, sharing stories of their precarious situation.
Significant Number of Missing Migrants
The Moroccan interior ministry reports at least 11 deaths, and the AMDH reports dozens of missing migrants.
Perspectives
- Many migrants crossed from Morocco to Ceuta.
- Some migrants died during the crossing.
- Moroccan families are searching for missing people.
- Authorities are trying to identify and locate migrants.
Moroccan authorities relaxed border controls, leading to the surge.
France24, RFI
Relaxed border controls by Morocco are not confirmed, the situation is due to illegal crossings.
New, RTBF
Spanish government reports 72 migrants, Ceuta authorities report 88.
RTBF
Approximately 72,000 people entered Ceuta.
New