Death Toll of Migrants Attempting to Enter Ceuta from Morocco Reaches 90

The death toll of individuals attempting to enter the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, located in North Africa, from Morocco has reportedly reached 90 people. This information was reported by the Spanish radio station Cadena Ser on Sunday (2/8), citing several sources.

According to the report, Spanish law enforcement authorities have discovered 74 migrant bodies, while Moroccan authorities have reported finding an additional 16 deceased individuals. A massive wave of migration occurred in Ceuta in late July 2026, escalating after tens of thousands of people attempted to enter the territory from Morocco. On Friday, the President-Mayor of Ceuta, Juan Jesus Vivas, stated that approximately 60,000 people entered the city from Morocco in just one day.

The situation subsequently triggered unrest at several locations. The Spanish government responded by deploying additional police personnel, the Civil Guard, and military forces to assist in controlling the situation.

Ceuta is a Spanish enclave situated on the northern coast of Africa, bordering Morocco directly. Along with Melilla, it serves as the only land border connecting the European Union with Africa. Due to its strategic position, Ceuta and Melilla are known as critical routes frequently used in unofficial migration attempts towards European Union territories.