Migration

Stories tagged “Migration.”

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Latest on the entry of immigrants into Ceuta, live | The Government reiterates that ministers will not go to the Senate to discuss Ceuta

Aug 10elpais.com

Latest on the entry of immigrants into Ceuta, live | The Government reiterates that ministers will not go to the Senate to discuss Ceuta

The Spanish government refuses to send ministers to the Senate to discuss the Ceuta migration crisis, while Italy and Denmark call for strict immigration policies and deportation centers. Spain faces internal political criticism and diplomatic friction with Italy over the…

The week in pictures: Summer wildfires, a Thai school shooting and the Tour de France Femmes

Aug 9france24.com

The week in pictures: Summer wildfires, a Thai school shooting and the Tour de France Femmes

This week's global events included devastating summer wildfires in the US and Europe, a tragic school shooting in Thailand, and the ongoing excitement of the Tour de France Femmes cycling race.

Government criticizes PP and Vox for refusing to host minors arriving in Ceuta, while restoring border controls with Italy

Aug 9elpais.com

Government criticizes PP and Vox for refusing to host minors arriving in Ceuta, while restoring border controls with Italy

Spain's government criticized regional governments led by PP and Vox for refusing to host unaccompanied minors arriving in Ceuta. Meanwhile, Spain reinstated random border checks on passengers from Italy, mirroring Italy's recent move following the Ceuta migrant influx.

The Crisis in Ceuta Gives Leverage to Supporters of Migrant Deportation Centers Outside the EU

Aug 8elpais.com

The Crisis in Ceuta Gives Leverage to Supporters of Migrant Deportation Centers Outside the EU

The crisis in Ceuta has given new momentum to supporters of migrant deportation centers outside the EU. Italy's interior minister, Matteo Piantedosi, has called for the EU to build such centers to combat irregular immigration. Other countries, including Austria, Greece, a…

The Ceuta Assault Was a Coordinated Operation, Not a Spontaneous Movement

Aug 8elpais.com

The Ceuta Assault Was a Coordinated Operation, Not a Spontaneous Movement

An investigation by Golden Owl found that the massive influx of 72,000 people into Ceuta from Morocco was a pre-planned operation, not a spontaneous movement. The study analyzed social media activity and found that the operation was coordinated and pre-constituted, with a…

Ceuta, Morocco's Hormuz?

Aug 8rfi.fr

Ceuta, Morocco's Hormuz?

The article analyzes Ceuta's strategic importance for Morocco, likening it to the Strait of Hormuz, and how Rabat leverages migratory crises to gain political and financial concessions from Europe, particularly Spain.

Aug 7theguardian.com

Spain to introduce temporary border checks on visitors from Italy amid irregular migration pressure in Ceuta

Spain will introduce temporary border checks on Italian visitors starting at midnight on Saturday, responding to similar measures imposed by Italy.

Moroccan rights group blames Rabat and Madrid as Ceuta death toll hit 141

Aug 7africanews.com

Moroccan rights group blames Rabat and Madrid as Ceuta death toll hit 141

A Moroccan human rights group says at least 141 people have died trying to reach Spain's Ceuta enclave, accusing Morocco and Spain of prioritising border security over human lives.

Aug 7channelnewsasia.com

Italy defies Spanish demand to lift border curbs over Ceuta crisis

Spain threatened to impose restrictions on travellers from Italy unless Rome lifts border controls introduced after a mass influx of migrants into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. Italy swiftly responded, saying it would not accept ultimatums or impositions from Madrid.

Migrants sitting on the ground in rows at the beach with the sea behind them in Ceuta waiting for aid

Aug 7bbc.co.uk

Spain threatens retaliation if Italy fails to lift border controls over Ceuta

Spain has threatened to impose counter-measures on Italy if it fails to lift border controls introduced following the mass crossing of migrants into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta. Roughly 78,000 migrants from neighbouring Morocco arrived in Ceuta by sea in a matter of hour…

Rwanda in talks with Italy to take in migrants trying to reach EU

Aug 7rfi.fr

Rwanda in talks with Italy to take in migrants trying to reach EU

Rwanda has confirmed it is in talks with Italy to potentially host migrants seeking asylum in the EU. The talks come after Italy proposed setting up a network of migrant reception centres outside the EU.

Spanish Government Requests Ministers to Appear Before Congress to Explain Ceuta Migration Crisis

Aug 7elpais.com

Spanish Government Requests Ministers to Appear Before Congress to Explain Ceuta Migration Crisis

The Spanish government has requested that four ministers appear before Congress to explain the migration crisis in Ceuta, where over 72,000 migrants entered the country illegally from Morocco. The ministers, including the interior, foreign, defense, and presidency ministe…

Rome and Kigali discuss possible outsourcing of asylum procedures to Rwanda for Italy

Aug 7rfi.fr

Rome and Kigali discuss possible outsourcing of asylum procedures to Rwanda for Italy

Italy and Rwanda are in discussions regarding a potential agreement to externalize Italy's asylum procedures to the East African nation. This follows Italy's proposal to the EU for financing such 'return hubs' in third countries.

Aug 5jeuneafrique.com

Ceuta: The Economic Reasons for a Migratory Crisis

The article attributes the migratory crisis in Ceuta to Morocco's deteriorating economic conditions, high unemployment, and inequality, particularly affecting its youth.

When 'migratory crisis' explains nothing about what is happening in Ceuta

Aug 5elpais.com

When 'migratory crisis' explains nothing about what is happening in Ceuta

This article critiques the pervasive use of the term 'migratory crisis' to describe complex situations in Ceuta, arguing it oversimplifies and ideologically distorts the underlying issues.

Aug 5jeuneafrique.com

Ceuta Crisis: 'Morocco has changed a lot. But who benefits from this Morocco?'

The recent influx of Moroccan migrants into Ceuta is not merely a repeat of 2021, but rather a symptom of deep-seated social inequalities and a stagnant political discourse within Morocco, according to expert Khalid Mouna.

Aug 5aljazeera.com

Ceuta and Melilla: Why Europe’s African border remains a flashpoint

Thousands of migrants entered the Spanish city of Ceuta from Morocco, bringing renewed attention to one of Europe’s most unusual borders. The latest crossing has highlighted border security and irregular migration, as well as diplomatic tensions between Madrid and Rabat.

Aug 4annahar.com

Rise in Death Toll of Migrants Crossing to Spanish Enclave of Ceuta to 77

The death toll of migrants attempting to cross into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta in North Africa has risen to 77, according to Spanish authorities. The migrants have been attempting to cross the Mediterranean Sea in a bid to reach Europe, with many drowning in the process.

EU ministers condemn foreign 'information interference' in Ceuta crisis

Aug 4africanews.com

EU ministers condemn foreign 'information interference' in Ceuta crisis

EU interior ministers have expressed concern over foreign 'information interference' linked to the circulation of images during the migration crisis in Ceuta. They praised Spain's handling of the situation and the cooperation with Morocco.

Migrants sitting in a long row at the beach with sea in the background

Aug 4bbc.co.uk

EU Commends Spain's 'Swift Response' to Ceuta Migrant Crisis

The European Union has praised Spain's 'swift response' to the migrant crisis in Ceuta, following a meeting of the bloc's interior ministers on Tuesday. Around 72,000 migrants crossed into the Spanish territory in North Africa between 30 and 31 July, Spain's Interior Mini…

Aug 4zeit.de

UN Warns of Escalating Hunger Crisis in Afghanistan

The UN's World Food Programme (WFP) warns of a worsening hunger crisis in Afghanistan, with 47% of children under the age of 5 undernourished in the first quarter of this year. The WFP has received only a tenth of its allocated $900 million for Afghanistan this year, and …

Border Force boat pictured while escorting migrants into Ramsgate Docks, Kent.

Aug 4bbc.co.uk

More than 150 migrants rescued after boat catches fire in Channel

More than 150 migrants have been rescued after the boat they were using to cross the Channel caught fire on Tuesday morning, French authorities have said. The boat was attempting to cross to the UK when its engine caught fire, according to the French maritime prefecture o…

As Europe migration debate rages, Bologna businessman’s death highlights human cost

Aug 4japantimes.co.jp

As Europe migration debate rages, Bologna businessman’s death highlights human cost

A Moroccan businessman's death in Bologna, Italy, has sparked controversy in the European migration debate, with the Italian government defending the police's actions and opposition politicians accusing them of racism and condoning police brutality.

Greece’s Mitsotakis: EU needs new tools to fight back against weaponized migration

Aug 4politico.eu

Greece’s Mitsotakis: EU needs new tools to fight back against weaponized migration

Greece's Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis argues that the EU needs new tools to fight back against weaponized migration, where migration is used as a tool of geopolitical coercion. He proposes a dedicated European framework for situations of mass and instrumentalized mi…

Aug 3middleeasteye.net

Israel revels in Spain's migrant crisis while embarrassing ally Morocco

Israeli officials publicly mocked Spain over the Ceuta migrant crisis, in which at least 70 Moroccan migrants died, while simultaneously humiliating Morocco, an Israeli ally since 2020.

After weathering fires, Spain PM caught out by migrant crisis

Aug 3japantimes.co.jp

After weathering fires, Spain PM caught out by migrant crisis

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez is facing political pressure over a migrant crisis in Ceuta, Spain's north African territory, just as he was dealing with wildfires near Madrid.

Aug 3bbc.co.uk

EU calls for stronger borders after migrant crossings into Spanish territory

The European Commission has called for stronger borders after thousands of migrants entered Spain's Ceuta from Morocco. The official death toll stands at 83, with 72 deaths on the Spanish side and 11 on the Moroccan side.

Morocco Denies 'Pressures and Blackmail' in Ceuta Crisis and Blames Spanish Supreme Court Ruling

Aug 3elpais.com

Morocco Denies 'Pressures and Blackmail' in Ceuta Crisis and Blames Spanish Supreme Court Ruling

Morocco denies exerting 'pressures or blackmail' in the Ceuta crisis and blames the Spanish Supreme Court ruling for the surge in migrant arrivals. Rabat claims it has acted as a 'reliable ally' to Spain and has been warning of the consequences of the court's decision.

Aug 3scmp.com

Spain denies ignoring intelligence service warning over Ceuta migration crisis

The Spanish government has denied ignoring warnings from its intelligence service about a mass arrival of migrants in Ceuta, a Spanish territory in North Africa. The government said it had never received information about the crisis, while opposition parties questioned th…

Aug 3handelsblatt.com

EU Interior Ministers Discuss Tougher Migration Rules After Ceuta Surge

EU interior ministers are set to discuss tougher migration rules after a surge of migrants at the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. Italy has called for a change in course, while Spain's premier has defended his country's handling of the situation.