At least 72 migrants have died during a mass attempt to storm the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. Spanish authorities are searching for additional victims after the deadly border crossing. The incident has triggered a renewed border crisis and revived political tensions across Europe. The deaths have placed fresh attention on migration and security at the continent’s borders.

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Spanish officials say that nearly all of the more than 50,000 migrants who crossed the border into Ceuta this week have since returned to Morocco. At least 72 people died during the rush at the border. Spain says most of those involved have now left the territory. The incident has drawn attention to the dangers surrounding the border crossing and the treatment of migrants.

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Spain’s enclave of Ceuta was moving back toward normal over the weekend after an unprecedented surge of migrants from Morocco. As many as 60,000 people entered the small territory in only two days. At least 72 migrants died, while most of those who arrived had already gone back to Morocco. Residents were still dealing with the humanitarian, political and social consequences of the episode.

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Thousands of Moroccans tried to reach the Spanish North African enclave of Ceuta over the weekend. The attempt is portrayed as a deadly “game” for migrants, underscoring the danger surrounding the crossing into the enclave. The movement brought a large number of people toward Ceuta in a concentrated episode. It highlights the peril faced by those trying to enter Spanish territory from Morocco.

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A recent influx of undocumented migrants crossing from Morocco into Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta has sparked a severe border crisis. It is described as one of the most serious Spain has confronted in recent years. The surge has renewed pressure on how migration is managed and highlighted divisions within the European Union over the issue.

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Spain has put up a 500-metre sea barrier between its North African enclave of Ceuta and neighbouring Morocco. The move follows an attempt earlier this week by tens of thousands of migrants to breach the border, in which at least 67 people died. Most of those who crossed returned to Morocco soon afterward, but the episode has revived debate over immigration across Europe and beyond. The European Union is scheduled to hold an emergency video conference on Tuesday.

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Ukrainian drones killed at least five people in several parts of Russia overnight into Sunday. The strikes hit industrial facilities and set another warehouse belonging to e-commerce giant Wildberries on fire. Kyiv continued its long-range campaign aimed at disrupting Moscow’s economy. Russia, meanwhile, carried on with its own attacks against Ukraine.

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Ukraine says a major Russian oil refinery and an airfield were struck. Moscow reports that eight people died. Russia’s military says its forces attacked Ukrainian ports and vessels in the Black Sea overnight. The competing claims point to overnight attacks involving maritime targets and facilities on both sides of the conflict.

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Capital One Financial defended its 2021 closure of more than 300 bank accounts affiliated with Donald Trump and his business organization. The bank said an anti-money-laundering review prompted the decision. Lawyers for the Trump Organization had claimed the accounts were shut for political reasons. The disclosure is the first formal instance of a bank linking money-laundering concerns to the US president’s family business.

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Two helicopters involved in fighting wildfires in Greece have collided in mid-air. Video of the incident shows one helicopter striking the propellers of the other. The helicopter that was hit then bursts into flames. The footage captures the collision during the firefighting operation.

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Two firefighting helicopters collided while responding to a wildfire west of Athens, Greece. The Greek fire service said each aircraft had a two-person crew, prompting a search-and-rescue operation. Greece is confronting wildfires on several fronts, and the prime minister warned that the coming days would be “extremely difficult.” Dozens of homes have been damaged or destroyed, while three firefighters have died this week.

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A television channel reports that two firefighting helicopters collided west of Athens. One of the helicopters caught fire and crashed after the collision. The other aircraft carried out an emergency landing. According to the channel, two people died in the incident.

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Two people were killed when firefighting helicopters collided above a wildfire in Greece. The incident involved aircraft engaged in firefighting operations. No further details about the circumstances of the collision or any additional casualties were given. The report focuses on the deaths resulting from the crash.

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Two firefighting helicopters have collided near Athens while Greece confronts spreading wildfires. Europe is struggling through record-breaking summer heat, with fires ravaging Greece, France and Spain. The blazes have prompted evacuations, adding urgency to firefighting efforts as extreme temperatures continue across the region.

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Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin expressed condolences to the families of people killed in the restaurant blast. He stressed that those responsible for the crime would inevitably be identified. Sobyanin said the perpetrators would face the punishment they deserved. His statement combined sympathy for the victims’ relatives with a firm promise of accountability.

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A ferry carrying 271 passengers and crew caught fire while sailing eastward from Java. At least five people have died, while 41 others are reported missing. The incident has raised urgent concern for those who were aboard the vessel as efforts focus on accounting for everyone involved.

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A fire broke out on a ferry near Indonesia’s island of Madura, according to search and rescue officials. At least five people have died in the incident. Officials also report that about 41 people are missing. The cause of the blaze remains unclear as rescue efforts continue.

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An Indonesia ferry carrying 271 people caught fire off Madura island. Five people have died and 41 others are missing after the incident. The fire occurred while the vessel was at sea near the island.

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A ferry fire has struck the Java Sea north of Madura Island, off Indonesia’s East Java province. The National Search and Rescue Agency said Sunday that the Mutiara Sentosa 2 caught fire. Five people were killed in the incident. Forty-one others are still missing as the search continues.

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The European Union has called an emergency meeting after nearly 60,000 migrants entered Ceuta. In a joint letter, 22 member states urged the bloc to strengthen its external borders. The move places Spain’s migrant surge at the centre of an EU-wide discussion. Member states are pressing for firmer management of the bloc’s outside frontier.

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