111 Arrested in New Ceuta Border Rush After Social Media Call

More than one hundred migrants were arrested on Tuesday after attempting to cross into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, a small territory on North Africa’s coast. The arrests mark the second mass attempt in recent weeks, following calls for a large-scale crossing that spread rapidly on social media. Spanish authorities confirmed that 111 individuals were detained after trying to enter the enclave, which shares a land border with Morocco. The exact timing of the attempt was not specified, but local reports indicate that the group moved toward the border fence or coastal route in a coordinated effort. The push comes after similar posts online urged migrants to try again, following an earlier surge that saw hundreds reach the territory. Police and border guards were deployed to block the latest attempt, and no successful entries were reported. Ceuta, along with the nearby enclave of Melilla, has long been a focal point for migration into Europe. Both territories are part of the European Union, making them a gateway for those seeking to reach the continent. Authorities have not yet commented on whether additional security measures will be introduced. The incident underscores the ongoing pressure on Spain’s external borders and the role of social media in organizing migration attempts.