Ceuta | A slice of Europe in Africa

The article details the Ceuta migration crisis of July 2026, where tens of thousands of migrants attempted to cross into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco. It highlights Ceuta's unique geographical and political status as one of the EU's only land borders with Africa, making it a flashpoint for migration politics. The crisis was fueled by false claims of easy asylum, alleged Moroccan permissiveness, and a recent Spanish Supreme Court ruling. The event strained Spain-Morocco relations, raised questions about human rights and border security, and sparked domestic political debate in Spain regarding migration policies and territorial integrity.