Spain Sends Military After Thousands Storm Border in Ceuta
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Spain will deploy its military to restore order at its border with Morocco in Ceuta, after thousands of migrants surged into the tiny Spanish territory. The announcement came after local authorities in Ceuta requested reinforcements from Madrid to manage a growing border crisis. The situation escalated on Thursday when large crowds breached the border fence. Spain’s government confirmed Thursday evening it would send the Armed Forces to assist.