67 Dead, 60,000 Cross in Largest-Ever Breach of EU's North African Border

At least 67 people died and roughly 60,000 crossed from Morocco into Spain's enclave of Ceuta beginning July 30, 2026 — the deadliest and largest mass breach of the EU's only land border on African soil. Spanish officials say about 50,000 returned voluntarily within 48 hours. Spain deployed troops only after roughly 49,000 crossed in a single day. The speed of both the breach and the returns raises questions about Morocco's enforcement posture.