Deadliest Mass Crossing at EU's North African Border

Sixty-seven people died and about 60,000 crossed from Morocco into Spain's enclave of Ceuta starting July 30, 2026 — the deadliest and largest breach of the EU's only land border on African soil. Spanish officials say 50,000 returned voluntarily within 48 hours. Troops deployed only after 49,000 crossed in one day. The speed of both raises questions about Morocco's enforcement posture.