The situation in M'Diq and Fnideq has normalized after days of tension caused by thousands of young people attempting to cross into Ceuta, with authorities responding by deploying security measures and deporting many of those involved. Human rights groups are calling for investigations into alleged mistreatment and urging the adoption of social and economic solutions to address the root causes of irregular migration.
Security forces in Fnideq, Morocco, have been deployed in response to social media calls for migrants to cross into Ceuta, leading to clashes and arrests, while Spanish authorities have stepped up their border control.