Ceuta is calling for the return of migrants, one month after the mass influx

One month after a mass entry of migrants into Ceuta, local authorities are calling for the repatriation of those who remain in the city. Estimates regarding the number of individuals currently in Ceuta vary significantly, with the local government citing approximately 9,000 people, while the Spanish Interior Ministry reports a figure closer to 5,000.

The demand for the return of these migrants serves as the primary objective for Ceuta officials as the city addresses the ongoing situation following the July 30 arrival. The discrepancy in population figures highlights the complexity of managing the aftermath of the mass border crossing.