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IN PHOTOS: Spain deploys military to Ceuta border as migrant surge leaves nine dead

Updated On: 01 August, 2026 04:26 PM IST | Anushree Gaikwad

Spain has announced the deployment of its military to the border of Ceuta, its North African enclave bordering Morocco, after thousands of migrants crossed into the territory in one of the largest migration surges in recent years. The move comes amid a growing humanitarian and security crisis that has already claimed at least nine lives. (Pics/ AFP)

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The decision was announced after authorities in Ceuta appealed to Madrid for urgent assistance as large groups of migrants breached border controls and entered the Spanish territory. Pic/ AFP
The decision was announced after authorities in Ceuta appealed to Madrid for urgent assistance as large groups of migrants breached border controls and entered the Spanish territory. Pic/ AFP
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Spain's government said the Armed Forces would support the Civil Guard in maintaining order and security in the city

Spain's government said the Armed Forces would support the Civil Guard in maintaining order and security in the city

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Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is also expected to visit Ceuta alongside Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is also expected to visit Ceuta alongside Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska

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Officials on the ground described the situation as unprecedented, with thousands of migrants reportedly crossing into Ceuta within hours

Officials on the ground described the situation as unprecedented, with thousands of migrants reportedly crossing into Ceuta within hours

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Videos from the area showed large groups of people, including families, women and children, making their way around border barriers and entering Spanish territory through the Tarajal area

Videos from the area showed large groups of people, including families, women and children, making their way around border barriers and entering Spanish territory through the Tarajal area

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Authorities confirmed that at least nine people died during the crossings. While officials did not immediately provide details about the circumstances of the deaths, images from the area showed bodies floating in the water.

Authorities confirmed that at least nine people died during the crossings. While officials did not immediately provide details about the circumstances of the deaths, images from the area showed bodies floating in the water.

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