Hundreds of migrants swim into Spanish enclave Ceuta
Hundreds of migrants entered Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta on Thursday, with many swimming and using inflatables to cross from Morocco.
The territory's leader, Juan Jesús Vivas, said the number of arrivals has overwhelmed resources and urged the Spanish government to intervene.
Spanish media estimated between 2,000 and 3,000 people entered Ceuta on Thursday, according to Reuters, but the Guardia Civil has not confirmed the figure.
Ceuta, on Morocco's northern coast, has long been a focal point for migrants attempting to reach Europe.
Many migrants swam and used inflatable devices to cross the maritime border from Morocco. Others ran through a gate in the border fence.
Vivas stated the situation is critical and requires immediate action from Spain's central government.
