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About 49,000 migrants enter Ceuta from Morocco, officials say

Officials estimate about 49,000 migrants crossed from Morocco into Spain's enclave of Ceuta in 24 hours, with crossings continuing overnight.

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About 49,000 migrants have crossed into Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco in the last 24 hours, officials estimate. Videos and images showed thousands of people swimming into the city on Thursday, while local media reported crossings continuing overnight.

What happened in Ceuta?

Officials said around 49,000 migrants entered Ceuta from Morocco over the last 24 hours. The crossings were seen in videos and images that showed thousands of people swimming into the city on Thursday.

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Did the crossings continue overnight?

Yes. Local media reported that crossings continued overnight after the large numbers seen on Thursday.

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