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More than 140 migrants die while attempting to reach Ceuta — rights group
Recent mass crossings from Morocco into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta have resulted in dozens of deaths, with families still searching for missing loved ones and migrants stranded. Spanish and Moroccan authorities report different death tolls, while anti-migrant protests have emerged in Madrid.
Deadly Crossings into Ceuta Leave Families Searching, Death Toll Disputed
Families in northern Morocco are still searching for loved ones after last week’s deadly crossings into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, according to Al Jazeera. The crossings, which claimed at least 72 lives, have also left some migrants stranded inside the enclave and have fueled anti-migrant protests in Madrid, the outlet reported.
Meanwhile, the non-governmental organization Caminando Fronteras said that at least 141 migrants died while attempting to reach Ceuta between July 30 and August 4, with bodies found in Ceuta and Morocco, as reported by TASS. TASS also noted that Spanish authorities estimated about 72,000 migrants reached Ceuta by swimming or on foot, bypassing the breakwater separating the city from Morocco.
Official figures from the two governments differ significantly. According to TASS, the Spanish government reported at least 75 deaths during the attempts, while Moroccan authorities (Rabat) reported 11 deaths. TASS added that an estimated 70,000 migrants have already returned to Morocco.
Spanish authorities have decided to send military personnel to help maintain security in the area, TASS reported.
Key Claims
At least 72 deaths occurred during the crossings, according to Al Jazeera.
Caminando Fronteras reported 141 deaths, according to TASS.
The Spanish government reported 75 deaths; Morocco reported 11, per TASS.
About 72,000 migrants reached Ceuta; 70,000 have returned to Morocco, per TASS.
Anti-migrant protests have occurred in Madrid, per Al Jazeera.
Spanish military personnel have been deployed to the area, per TASS.
How this outlet told it
TASS — English
Framing: Numerical focus — Informative
Facts Included:
At least 141 migrants died
Total number of migrants who reached Ceuta (72,000)
Number of migrants who returned to Morocco (70,000)
Breakdown of deaths reported by Spanish government (75) and Rabat (11)
Deployment of military personnel to maintain security
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ClaimAt least 141 migrants died while attempting to reach the Spanish territory of Ceuta during a mass crossing.
ClaimAbout 72,000 illegal migrants managed to reach Ceuta at the end of July by swimming and on foot, bypassing the breakwater separating the city from Morocco.