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Dozens dead as massive migration wave hits Spain’s Ceuta border
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: AP via Scripps News Group , as published by NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· July 31, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on the situation are available from NewsChannel 5 WTVF, including statements from Spain's Prime Minister and Ceuta's president regarding the crisis and its impact on the region.
A significant migration wave has hit Spain's Ceuta border, resulting in a substantial number of deaths. At least 41 migrants have died attempting to cross into Ceuta from Morocco. The city of Ceuta is experiencing an influx of migrants, with around 60,000 entering in the past 24 hours.
This number is equivalent to a large percentage of the city's regular population. Further details on the situation are available from NewsChannel 5 WTVF, including statements from Spain's Prime Minister and Ceuta's president regarding the crisis and its impact on the region.
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Published: July 31, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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