Police move Ceuta migrants off beaches in Spanish enclave

The Spanish enclave of Ceuta is in the midst of a migrant crisis, with hundreds being moved from its beaches to a temporary holding facility in the city's port area. Over 70,000 migrants crossed over from Morocco on July 30 and 31, overwhelming the tiny territory and leaving thousands living on the streets or in makeshift tents.

Police began the mass transfer at 6:30am on Friday, with long lines forming as migrants awaited identification and registration. The Spanish government defended the decision, claiming it would help process cases more efficiently and alleviate pressure on public spaces. The local authority opposed the move, and the crisis has sparked protests, accusations of abandonment by the government, and political turmoil ahead of the upcoming election.