ceuta

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Spain mobilized the military in Ceuta due to a massive migrant crossing from Morocco resulting in multiple deaths.

Spain has deployed its armed forces in Ceuta following a surge of over 49,000 migrants crossing from Morocco, which has led to violent clashes and the tragic deaths of at least 18 individuals. This migration crisis has raised tensions within Europe, with countries like Italy and Finland calling for Spain's exclusion from the Schengen zone and France reinforcing its borders. The situation in Ceuta remains critical and closely followed internationally.