Spanish Police Evacuate Migrant Camp in Ceuta Before Visit

Spanish police conducted an operation to clear a migrant camp at Trampolin beach in Ceuta, where approximately 3,000 migrants had been living in tents and makeshift homes for two months. This action was taken ahead of a royal visit and amid ongoing tensions regarding the presence of migrants in the enclave.

The Spanish government reported that over 72,000 migrants crossed the border from Morocco into Ceuta in late July, with at least 10,000 remaining in the area, straining local resources. The Spanish interior ministry spokesman stated that the migrants were moved to temporary accommodations where they would be processed or could return to Morocco.

The local population, which numbers around 80,000, has expressed concerns, leading to demonstrations calling for the migrants to leave the area.