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Spain's migrant crisis sparks EU divisions
world · BBC NewsA surge of migrants into Spain's Ceuta enclave has left at least 72 people dead and exposed divisions over migration within the EU. The crisis has sparked a political storm, with Spain's prime minister accusing some EU countries of playing politics instead of showing support.
At a glance
- Thousands of migrants entered Ceuta, with most returning to Morocco after being escorted by Spanish soldiers and police.
- The crisis has left at least 72 people dead, with many more injured or stranded without food or shelter.
- EU divisions over migration have been exposed, with some countries calling for the elimination of policies that could be 'pull factors' to Europe.