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Stench, violence and sirens: how Ceuta became Europe’s migration nightmare

Spanish police begin clearing Ceuta's migrant camp ahead of royal visit

By · Published October 4, 2026  17:30 UTC · Updated October 4, 2026  18:24 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 6 distinct news outlets with 6 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 4.
  • Primary Driver: Spanish police begin clearing Ceuta's migrant camp ahead of royal visit
  • Source Integrity: Verified strictly against primary headline reporting under zero-hallucination protocols.

Spanish police have started removing the migrant camp on Trampolin Beach in Ceuta, a Spanish enclave in North Africa, ahead of a visit by King Felipe and Queen Letizia. Euronews and Reuters report that Spanish police used force to clear the area, with some migrants resisting the eviction.

The move comes as the Spanish government prepares to host the royal couple. The situation on the ground is tense, with reports of stench, violence, and sirens filling the air.

The camp's removal is a contentious issue, with some outlets questioning the timing and methods used by the authorities. The current state is one of uncertainty, with the fate of the migrants and the future of the camp hanging in the balance.

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How many migrants are being evicted from the camp?

Over 3,000, according to Morocco World News

What is the reason for the camp's removal?

The removal is ahead of a visit by King Felipe and Queen Letizia

Has there been resistance from the migrants?

Yes, reports indicate some migrants resisted the eviction

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Ceuta migrant camp Spanish police King Felipe Queen Letizia migration

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