Criminal group's rumors caused migrant surge into Ceuta, says Spanish PM

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez stated that a criminal organization deliberately fueled the recent surge of migrants into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta by spreading false rumors. The group allegedly disseminated misinformation about a new Supreme Court ruling that they claimed would prevent the swift return of migrants arriving by sea.

According to Sánchez, this fabricated news was presented in a way that benefited the criminal group, leading to a massive influx of people. In the last 24 hours, around 49,000 individuals reportedly arrived in Ceuta. The situation has been described as the largest influx since 2021, with a tragic consequence: 18 migrants are reported to have died while attempting to enter the enclave.

This incident highlights the dangerous exploitation of vulnerable populations by criminal networks who manipulate information to facilitate human trafficking and create crises at borders. The Spanish government is working to manage the situation and counter the effects of the disinformation campaign.

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The group spread rumors about a new Supreme Court decision. According to this decision, migrants arriving by sea cannot be quickly returned. The group presented this news in a way that benefited them.