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Morocco Arrests Hundreds of Migrants Attempting to Reach Spain's Ceuta

Moroccan security forces have arrested nearly 300 migrants attempting to cross into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, as authorities tighten security measures. This comes amid ongoing efforts by migrants to reach European territory and concerns over conditions for those stranded near the border.

16 Aug, 09:17 — 17 Aug, 09:48
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APVery High9d ago

Moroccan security forces arrest nearly 300 migrants trying to reach Spain’s Ceuta - AP News

Moroccan security forces arrest nearly 300 migrants trying to reach Spain’s Ceuta  AP News

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual9d ago

Hundreds of migrants arrested near Ceuta border in latest crackdown

Nearly 300 migrants and 61 alleged facilitators detained during mass migration attempt.

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France 24High9d ago

Morocco tightens security as migrants gather near Ceuta border

Morocco has deployed heavy security around the border city of Fnideq after false social media rumours claimed the border to Spain's Ceuta enclave would open. Hundreds of migrants, mostly from sub-Saharan Africa, have gathered nearby, raising fears of another mass crossing just weeks after tens of thousands attempted to enter the Spanish territory.

By FRANCE24

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual9d ago

Moroccan security forces arrest nearly 300 migrants trying to reach Spain’s Ceuta

Moroccan security forces arrest nearly 300 migrants trying to reach Spain’s Ceuta

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rfi-englishMostly Factual8d ago

Migrants stranded in Ceuta say ‘I’d rather die here than go back to Morocco’

Nearly three weeks after a mass border crossing brought tens of thousands of migrants into Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta, thousands remain stranded in precarious conditions, Maria Jimenez, spokesperson for the NGO Elin, told RFI. She said many still lack adequate shelter, food and medical care.

By RFI

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