Spanish authorities estimate that about 49,000 migrants entered the North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco in the last 24 hours, crossing by land and sea. The influx has overwhelmed the border, with many migrants swimming or using small boats to reach the Spanish territory.
Videos and images shared on social media showed thousands of people gathered along the coastline and border fences. The Spanish government has deployed additional police and military reinforcements to the area, while Morocco has been urged to help control the situation.
The exact number of migrants remains unconfirmed, and Spanish officials are working to process and register those who have arrived. The incident highlights ongoing migration pressures at Europe's southern border.
