Spanish Civil Guard

Hundreds of migrant children are stranded in Spain’s Ceuta after a mass crossing from Morocco, with over 800 minors remaining four days later. A 17-year-old girl described how her brother drowned during the surge, and she became separated from her mother, highlighting the vulnerability of unaccompanied minors. Spanish authorities confirmed 72 deaths during the crossing, while Morocco reported 11 additional deaths.

Hundreds of migrant children are stranded in Spain's Ceuta after a mass crossing that resulted in drownings and separations. Over 800 minors, including unaccompanied children, now face uncertain futures as Spanish authorities handle their cases under legal obligations for migrant minors.

Ceuta, a Spanish enclave in North Africa, experienced a surge of 50,000 to 60,000 migrants who crossed into the territory, leading to at least 72 deaths. Most migrants later returned to Morocco, but the crisis reignited immigration debates in Europe. Far-right politician Alvise Pérez faced protests during a visit to the city, highlighting tensions among residents.

Ceuta, a Spanish territory in North Africa, experienced a border surge with 60,000 migrants entering, leading to 72 deaths and a humanitarian crisis. Most migrants left for Morocco by Sunday, but the city remains divided over the causes and responsibilities. Far-right politicians and counterprotesters clashed over immigration policies.

A deadly wildfire in rural Andalusia, Spain, killed 11 people and left 19 missing as residents fled through roads turned into death traps. Authorities advised evacuation routes for some areas but warned others to shelter in place, though rapid fire spread forced many to abandon homes. Several victims died in vehicles or while attempting to escape on foot after taking unauthorized routes.

Spanish police are searching the Madrid headquarters of Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s Socialist Party as part of a judicial investigation into alleged financial wrongdoing. The raid by the Civil Guard is linked to a National Court probe into corruption accusations, compounding recent scandals affecting Sanchez’s party.