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Spain estimates 49,000 migrants crossed into Ceuta over past 24 hours

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Posted on July 31, 2026

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· Last updated: July 31, 2026

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Spain Estimates 49,000 Migrants Crossed into Ceuta from Morocco in 24 Hours

Record Migrant Influx Reported by Spanish Authorities

Official Statement from Spain's Interior Ministry

Details of the Crossing

MADRID, July 31 (Reuters) - Spain's Interior Ministry said on Friday that according to its estimates some 49,000 migrants had crossed into the enclave of Ceuta in North Africa over past 24 hours, as they rushed by sea and land from Morocco,

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(Reporting by Emma Pinedo)

Key Takeaways

An estimated 49,000 migrants crossed into Ceuta in just 24 hours, according to Spain’s Interior Ministry, marking an extreme spike in irregular migration.
Spain has deployed the military and intensified coordination with Morocco to manage the influx; the EU, via Frontex, has offered increased border support.
This latest mass crossing echoes the severe 2021 Ceuta crisis but on a vastly larger scale, highlighting ongoing migration pressures and geopolitical sensitivities.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many migrants crossed into Ceuta over the past 24 hours?

According to Spain's Interior Ministry, around 49,000 migrants crossed into Ceuta over the past 24 hours.

Where did the migrants entering Ceuta originate from?

The migrants entered Ceuta from Morocco, both by sea and by land.

Which Spanish authority reported the migrant crossing figures?

Spain's Interior Ministry provided the estimates for the number of migrants crossing into Ceuta.

What is Ceuta's geographic significance?

Ceuta is a Spanish enclave located in North Africa, bordering Morocco.

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Record Migrant Influx Reported by Spanish Authorities

Official Statement from Spain's Interior Ministry

Details of the Crossing

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