Grassroots calls for a second incursion into Ceuta from Morocco fell flat over the weekend, with security tight and authorities turning back the relative handful who tried to make the move. Spain’s tiny North African enclave made global headlines in late July when some 70,000 people, mostly young men, crossed the border by swimming around the breakwater that separated Ceuta from Morocco.

The latest attempt saw Moroccan security forces deploy tear gas as they dispersed migrants attempting to cross from the border town of Fnideq to the Spanish enclave. Both nations increased patrols and reinforced checkpoints, citing concerns over illegal crossings and potential security threats 하지만.

Despite the heavy-handed response, a small number of individuals managed to breach the barrier, only to be redirected by Spanish officials. Analysts note that the persistent push for a second incursion underscores the ongoing tension between Morocco and Spain over migration and territorial control.

The incident highlights the fragile nature of the border and the need for coordinated security measures to address the flow of migrants seeking refuge in Ceuta.