politics
Locals destroy Ceuta migrant camp
Frustrations were visible in the city this week, which saw thousands of residents protesting about the handling of the situation and even saw locals attempt to dismantle a camp.
TL;DR
- Furious locals in Ceuta tore down a makeshift migrant camp.
- Over 70,000 migrants crossed into Ceuta from Morocco last month, causing tensions.
- Thousands of residents protested the handling of the migrant situation.
- Residents complained about insecurity, sexual assault reports, and hygiene problems.
- Protesters demanded the resignation of local and national government officials.
- The Spanish government plans to repatriate most remaining migrants, including minors.
- Humanitarian assistance will be provided to asylum seekers and unaccompanied minors.
- At least 500 migrant girls are being moved to mainland Spain due to sexual assault reports.
- Ceuta and Melilla are the EU's only land borders with Africa.