Ceuta migrant surge puts pressure on Spain, Morocco

Hundreds of migrants have swum from Morocco to Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta, with around 1,500 crossings reported in recent days. Local authorities are calling for additional support as services come under pressure. Experts say many arrivals are young men seeking opportunities amid difficult economic conditions, while others are fleeing conflict. The situation has renewed questions about Spain-Morocco border cooperation, migration policy and Europe’s ability to manage irregular migration along its southern frontier.