Morocco blames social media for migrant crisis into Ceuta

Morocco has attributed the recent migrant crisis, which saw tens of thousands cross into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, to disinformation spread on social media. This statement comes three days after the significant border breach, marking Morocco's first official comment on the event.

The country confirmed that eleven individuals died during the attempts to reach Ceuta. This figure contrasts sharply with Spain's estimate of approximately sixty deaths. The surge in migrants occurred after Moroccan border controls were reportedly relaxed, allowing a large number of people, primarily from sub-Saharan Africa, to reach the Spanish territory by land and sea.

Spain has since reinforced its border security and repatriated thousands of migrants. The situation has strained diplomatic relations between Morocco and Spain, with both nations seeking to manage the flow of irregular migration while addressing the humanitarian aspects of the crisis. The Moroccan government's emphasis on social media disinformation suggests an attempt to deflect responsibility for the border security lapse.