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A large number of migrants have crossed into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, prompting increased border controls and military presence.

Approximately 49,000 migrants have entered the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, leading to heightened border security measures by France and Spain. The incident has resulted in casualties, including 18 deaths during attempts to breach the Moroccan border. Spanish authorities have responded by deploying the army to manage the crisis, as migrant flows continue to surge into this European territory located in North Africa.