Keywords: Migration routes


Irregular migration to Europe falls by 37% in the first seven months of 2026

Irregular migration toward the European Union declined significantly during the first seven months of 2026, according to preliminary data from Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency. The figures point to a broader reduction in detected irregular border crossings, although several migration......

Morocco strengthens security measures around Ceuta and Melilla ahead of August 15

Moroccan authorities have significantly reinforced security and monitoring measures along roads and access points leading toward Ceuta, as August 15 approaches, a date reportedly targeted by online calls for coordinated attempts to cross into the Spanish enclave. Similar concerns have also been raised......

Migrant dies after falling into sea while attempting to reach Ceuta by paraglider

A young sub-Saharan migrant died after falling into the sea while attempting to reach Ceuta from Morocco using a paraglider, according to Spain's Civil Guard. The incident occurred on Friday morning near the Benzú breakwater, where Spanish surveillance systems detected an apparent attempt......

Severe weather: Spanish civil guard warns of collapse of the Ceuta border barrier

Spain’s Civil Guard has raised concerns over serious damage to the double border fence separating Ceuta from Morocco, following heavy storms that recently affected the Strait of Gibraltar area. According to the Unified Association of the Civil Guard (AUGC), several sections of the fence have collapsed......

Spanish authorities dismantle €1-million human smuggling network

Spanish police have arrested 14 suspects and dismantled a sophisticated human smuggling network that transported migrants from Algeria to Spain using high-powered boats. The criminal organization, dismantled during "Operation Nautilita," charged migrants up to €7,000 for perilous Mediterranean......

Pakistan Cracks Down on Officials Following Mediterranean Tragedies

Mass Dismissals and Blacklisting in Response to Human Smuggling Crisis Islamabad, Pakistan – The Pakistani government has launched a sweeping crackdown on officials linked to human smuggling networks after the tragic deaths of at least 43 Pakistani migrants off the coast of Morocco in January.......

Morocco emerges as a key partner for EU in migration and security efforts

Morocco’s dual approach to migration and security sets a benchmark for EU collaboration Morocco has solidified its position as a pivotal partner for the European Union in addressing migration and security challenges, according to a recent report by Italy’s ANSA news agency. The North African......