Spain has declared a State of Emergency, reportedly after thousands of individuals illegally crossed the border. The move comes amid a severe migrant surge, with commentators noting that Spain had previously criticized Israel's border security policies.
Spain has declared a state of emergency following a mass border breach by thousands of individuals, according to a report. The declaration marks a significant escalation in the country's response to the migrant crisis. The Zioneer has previously covered Spain's migrant situation, including its rejection of a national emergency declaration for the Ceuta enclave. The report also criticized Spain for having lectured Israel on border security, arguing that Madrid should adopt Israeli methods.
2 developments
- StrongCeuta residents chase migrants, Spanish police unable to control unrest, reports say
- DevelopingVideos show Spain border gate still open, migrants flowing, bodies on ground
- StrongSpain deploys army after mass migrant crossing from Morocco; three killed
- DevelopingAbu Ali Express: Moroccan migrants unload from trucks near Ceuta, policeman looks on
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