Spain to Build Fence Around Ceuta After Deadly Migrant Border Rush

Spain says it will build a 1,600-foot containment fence around its North African enclave of Ceuta, following a mass rush of migrants from Morocco last week. The decision was confirmed after thousands of people crossed the border in a single day, with the enclave's president saying thousands of migrants remain in Ceuta. The Spanish government described the move as a measure to reinforce the border and prevent a repeat of the incident. The rush came as a surprise to Spanish authorities, who had not seen such a large influx in years. Officials are now working to manage the situation and provide for the migrants still in the enclave. The fence is expected to be constructed quickly to strengthen security. The border between Morocco and Ceuta has historically been a flashpoint for migration. Ceuta is one of two Spanish enclaves on the African continent, and its land border with Morocco has seen frequent attempts by migrants to cross. The recent event has highlighted the ongoing tensions over migration between the two countries. Spain has called on the European Union for support in dealing with the situation, though no specific request has been detailed. The containment fence will be added to existing barriers that have been in place for years. No further details on the construction timeline or cost have been released.