Ceuta migration crisis continues as government announces new reception centers

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The Spanish autonomous city of Ceuta remains in a state of crisis following a massive influx of migrants that began on July 30. Government officials admit the situation is far from normal, with at least 2,200 migrants still living on the streets. While 1,800 places are currently available in reception centers, the capacity remains insufficient to meet the needs of the thousands seeking humanitarian assistance.

Minister Elma Saiz announced that new reception centers will be opened soon to address the shortage and begin processing individual files. She also emphasized that the Spanish government views Morocco as a “reliable and loyal” partner in managing the crisis, noting that Moroccan cooperation was essential in handling the initial surge of 70,000 people.

Miguel Ángel Pérez Triano, the Government Delegate in Ceuta, has rejected calls to resign, describing such a move as “absolute irresponsibility and cowardice.” He noted that while a new Temporary Center for Foreigners (CATE) is operational, it is not yet at full capacity and requires more human and material resources. The crisis has also sparked political tension regarding a potential visit by King Felipe VI to the city and the government's management of border security.

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Ceuta · Elma Saiz · European Union · Felipe VI · Miguel Ángel Pérez Triano · Morocco · Spain

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[● 4 SOURCES] The government will open new migrant reception centers soon. www.todoalicante.es · www.eldia.es · www.elcorreoweb.es · www.levante-emv.com
[● 3 SOURCES] At least 2,200 migrants remain on the streets of Ceuta. www.eldia.es · www.elcorreoweb.es · www.levante-emv.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The Spanish government considers Morocco a reliable and loyal partner in migration matters. www.eldia.es · www.elcorreoweb.es · www.levante-emv.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The Government Delegate in Ceuta admits the city is far from returning to normality. cronicadecantabria.com · www.eldiadecordoba.es · elfarodemelilla.es
[● 3 SOURCES] The number of identified minor migrants exceeds 2,500. www.eldia.es · www.elcorreoweb.es · www.levante-emv.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The Government Delegate rejected resigning, calling it irresponsible and cowardly. cronicadecantabria.com · www.eldiadecordoba.es · elfarodemelilla.es