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Ceuta: reports of violence and neglect among migrants

More than two months after the massive arrival of migrants from Morocco, hundreds of people, including minors, are still on the streets of Ceuta waiting for reception or for international protection. Some report beatings, ill-treatment and expulsions to Morocco. Meanwhile, humanitarian organizations call for an urgent response from the Spanish authorities. Our correspondent Sofia Català collected his testimonies in this issue of Link.

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Ceuta: What about migrants caught in limbo?

Thousands of migrants remain in a limbo in Ceuta, pending a plan by the Spanish Government to relocate some 10,000 people to shelters. Meanwhile, non-governmental organizations reported torture, assault and threats of sexual violence against minors, allegedly committed by security forces. In the midst of migration tension, increased xenophobia and the demands of local authorities, our correspondent Sofia Català analyses the situation on the ground.

World

Report from Ceuta: migrants report ill-treatment of authorities

Almost two months after the humanitarian crisis in Ceuta, following the massive crossing of migrants from Morocco, the situation remains unsustainable. On the beaches of the Spanish enclave there are hundreds of people, as well as settlements in the streets. Young people, adults and children without identification seek asylum in the centres of Spain, but do not receive a favourable response. Many also report ill-treatment by the authorities. Report by our journalist Sofia Català.