Twenty-one migrants were sent back to Morocco after they threw stones at Spanish military personnel in Ceuta on Saturday evening, according to the Spanish Civil Guard. The incident took place at Trampolin Beach, a spot where many migrants who arrived in the enclave in late July have been gathering. The Civil Guard identified the individuals involved, and they agreed to return to Morocco voluntarily. No injuries or property damage were reported during the altercation.
The Spanish government has taken control of the port in Ceuta after local authorities refused to set up temporary shelters for the migrants. Local leaders, led by the opposition Popular Party, said the shelters were not meant to house migrants in Ceuta permanently. Angel Victor Torres, the minister of Territorial Policy, explained that the government is trying to quickly identify migrants to speed up their deportation process.
Estimates of the number of migrants in Ceuta vary, with the central government saying around 5,000 remain, while local authorities believe the number is closer to 10,000. Tensions have risen in the small 18.5 square kilometer enclave, which has a population of 80,000 people. There have been several incidents involving migrants throwing stones at military patrols and clashes with police during protests by local residents who want the migrants to leave.
The Spanish government has faced criticism from right-wing and far-right political groups over how it is managing the situation. The conflict highlights the growing challenges of migration and the political divisions within Spain over how to handle the influx of migrants seeking entry into the country.
Migrants in Ceuta Face Tensions and Deportation Efforts After Stone-Throwing Incident
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