Fernando Grande-Marlaska

Spaniards are preparing for a rare total solar eclipse across northern and central Spain, an event expected to draw millions of visitors. Due to scorching temperatures and the high risk of wildfires, Spanish authorities have rolled out major public safety campaigns. The Interior Ministry has established 350 official viewing sites in rural areas while deploying over 33,500 law enforcement officers.

Spain's Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska provided a new estimate of migrants entering Ceuta, as European Union ministers addressed the child migrant crisis. Spain has approved millions to manage the situation in the North African enclave.

Approximately 1,000 unaccompanied minors remain in Ceuta, Spain, after a migration surge saw 72,000 cross into the enclave, with most returning to Morocco. A 17-year-old girl described witnessing her brother drown during the chaotic crossing and now begs on Ceuta's streets. Spanish authorities report 75 deaths, while Morocco lists 11 additional fatalities, and parents in Morocco search for missing children.

EU interior ministers united behind Spain following a migration crisis in Ceuta, blaming smugglers and foreign actors for exploiting the situation. Italy had suspended transport links with Spain, but ministers emphasized Schengen zone safety and called for improved coordination and cooperation with non-EU countries.

Spain installed a 1,600-foot sea barrier between Ceuta and Morocco after tens of thousands of migrants breached the border, resulting in 67 deaths. Spanish officials defended cooperation with Morocco and criticized EU leaders for suggesting Spain's suspension from the Schengen zone, while 22 EU countries called for a coordinated response to prevent uncontrolled mass crossings.

Spain installed a 500-meter sea barrier on Ceuta's border with Morocco after 50,000-60,000 migrants breached the frontier, causing a humanitarian crisis and at least 67 deaths. Spanish officials defended their migration policies and cooperation with Morocco, while EU leaders called for coordinated action to prevent uncontrolled mass crossings.

Spain is installing a 500-meter containment fence on Ceuta's border with Morocco after a migrant surge that killed 67 people. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez criticized EU leaders' reactions, emphasizing Morocco's cooperation in resolving the crisis.

Spain is installing a 500-meter containment barrier on Ceuta's sea border with Morocco after 50,000 to 60,000 migrants breached the frontier, resulting in 67 deaths. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez criticized EU leaders for suggesting Spain's suspension from the Schengen zone, while EU nations called for a coordinated response to prevent uncontrolled mass crossings.

At least 18 migrants died after breaching the border between Morocco and the Spanish territory of Ceuta, with many drowning or killed in a stampede. Thousands of migrants, including unaccompanied children, caused chaos in Ceuta, leading to a declared humanitarian crisis.

At least 18 migrants died after breaching the border between Morocco and the Spanish territory of Ceuta, with many drowning or killed in a stampede to cross. The crisis involved thousands of migrants, including unaccompanied children, leading to chaos, burned cars, and a humanitarian emergency in Ceuta.

At least 18 people died as 49,000 migrants crossed into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco, with some drowning or caught in a crush. Spain deployed military and police reinforcements, and Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez plans to visit the region. Thousands of migrants are now sleeping in streets or parks.

At least 18 migrants died after breaching the border between Morocco and the Spanish exclave of Ceuta, leading to a chaotic humanitarian crisis. Spain deployed military forces as thousands of migrants, including unaccompanied children, flooded into Ceuta, with many drowning or killed in stampedes while attempting to cross. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska are visiting the region to address the situation.

At least 18 migrants died after breaching the border between Morocco and Spain's Ceuta, with many drowning or killed in a stampede. Thousands of migrants, including unaccompanied children, entered the Spanish exclave, prompting military deployment and a declared humanitarian crisis. The cause of the mass crossing remains unclear.

At least 18 migrants died after breaching the border between Morocco and the Spanish exclave Ceuta, prompting Spain to deploy military forces. Thousands of migrants, including unaccompanied children, are stranded in Ceuta amid a described humanitarian crisis, with some drowning or killed in stampedes during the crossing.

Spain is deploying its military to the North African enclave of Ceuta after thousands of migrants overwhelmed the border with Morocco, resulting in at least nine deaths. The surge has prompted cooperation with Moroccan authorities and raised concerns over a recent Spanish Supreme Court ruling affecting migrant returns.

Spain has deployed its military to Ceuta to manage a border crisis after thousands of migrants, primarily from Morocco, breached the border fence, resulting in at least nine deaths. The government announced cooperation with Morocco to handle the situation, while local authorities described the border as 'totally collapsed' due to the influx.

Spain has deployed its military to Ceuta to manage a border crisis after thousands of migrants breached Morocco’s border, resulting in at least nine deaths. Local authorities described the situation as chaotic, with large crowds crossing into the Spanish territory, prompting government intervention and a planned visit by Spain’s Prime Minister and Interior Minister.

Spain will deploy military forces to Ceuta to manage a border crisis after thousands of migrants crossed into the Spanish enclave from Morocco. Local authorities reported chaos at the border, with families and individuals breaching fences, while Moroccan authorities cooperated to handle the situation. A Spanish Supreme Court decision impacting migrant return policies is cited as a potential factor in the surge.

Thousands of migrants breached Morocco's border with Spain's Ceuta, causing chaos and prompting local officials to request a national emergency. Spain's interior ministry confirmed border security measures but ruled out declaring an emergency, while three people died attempting to cross by sea.

Hundreds of migrants, including adults and minors, are swimming from Morocco to the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, overwhelming border security and causing reception centers to collapse. Over 1,500 migrants have reached Ceuta by sea in recent days, with bodies spotted at sea, while authorities cite a recent court ruling prohibiting immediate pushbacks and potential diplomatic tensions as contributing factors.

Firefighters in France and Spain are working to contain large wildfires before an upcoming heatwave complicates efforts. Spain’s interior minister, Fernando Grande-Marlaska, emphasized that Monday and Tuesday are 'absolutely crucial days' as temperatures are set to rise again midweek.

Spain is racing to contain wildfires before worsening weather conditions, with 60,000 people displaced and homes destroyed. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez urged citizens to exercise extreme caution as a new heatwave threatens to intensify the crisis. Authorities report slight progress in controlling fires west of Madrid, but rising temperatures and high fire risk are expected to complicate efforts.

Tens of thousands of people evacuated due to uncontrolled wildfires in southwestern France and central Spain, with some fleeing by boat. The EU has deployed firefighting resources to assist, and authorities report the fires are accidental. Over 80,000 people have been displaced across both countries.