Von der Leyen responds to Sánchez that the EU must "do more" at the borders and advocates for "rigorous surveillance"

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen responded on Monday to Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez regarding the recent migratory crisis in Ceuta involving mass arrivals from Morocco. Von der Leyen stated that the situation demonstrates the European Union must increase its efforts regarding external borders and advocated for rigorous surveillance.

The exchange highlights ongoing discussions within the European Union concerning border management and migratory pressures at its southern borders, specifically following the events in Ceuta.