Ceuta Returns to Normal After Deadly Migrant Crossing
Up to 60000 people crossed from Morocco into Ceuta, a Spanish territory in North Africa. The crossing happened over two days.
At least 72 people died during or after the crossing. Death counts have varied by source.
Families are now searching for children missing since the crossing. Most migrants who entered Ceuta have since returned to Morocco.
Spain's Interior Ministry said about 25000 people were sent back by Friday. Ceuta was returning to normal over the weekend.
Residents are still dealing with the human, political and social effects of the surge. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez visited Ceuta. He criticized the European Union's response and called it selfish.
Klear Note — Ceuta is a Spanish city on Morocco's coast, separated by water. Thousands of migrants attempt dangerous sea crossings seeking better lives in Europe.
Key Terms 2
- Ceuta A small Spanish territory located on the coast of North Africa.
- Interior Ministry Spain's government department handling borders police and security.