# Spain reinforces Ceuta border after migrant surge leaves at least nine dead

https://mins.news/en/item/13544

- CGTN, 2026-07-31 01:59 UTC
- World
- Original: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-07-31/Spain-reinforces-Ceuta-border-as-migrant-surge-leaves-at-least-9-dead-1PdGPBAR5hm/p.html?UTM_Source=cgtn&UTM_Medium=rss&UTM_Campaign=World

> Spain has sent armed forces stationed in the North African enclave of Ceuta to assist the Civil Guard. The deployment follows the crossing of thousands of migrants into the territory from neighboring Morocco. The movement has created a serious border situation for Spanish authorities. At least nine people have died in connection with the migrant surge, according to the headline.

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