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21 detained after stone attacks on military in Ceuta

A new violent incident in Ceuta results in the detainment of 21 migrants after attacking law enforcement. The ATME demands recognition of the Armed Forces as authority agents.

Archive photo: 21 detained after stone attacks on military in Ceuta
Archive photoPhoto: Luisalvaz · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

A total of 21 migrants were detained in Ceuta for throwing stones at members of the Armed Forces and the Civil Guard. This incident occurred on Saturday night at Trampolín beach, where a fight between two groups of migrants was reported, prompting the officers to respond to the scene, according to police sources cited by ABC.

The fight among the migrants culminated in an attack on a security patrol that was nearby to control the situation. This marks the third violent episode in the region over a span of ten days, raising concerns among local authorities.

The Association of Melilla Troops (ATME) has condemned these attacks and demanded that the government officially recognize the Armed Forces as authority agents and their work as a high-risk profession. This call underscores the growing tension in the security context of Ceuta.

Archive photo: 21 detained after stone attacks on military in Ceuta
Archive photoPhoto: David Álvarez López from Gijón, España · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0

The deployment of the Civil Guard and Armed Forces in the area has intensified following recent events, which have heightened security concerns in the region. The situation in Ceuta, a critical point on the border between Spain and Morocco, remains unstable due to the influx of migrants and reported scenes of violence.

Authorities have taken steps to address the unrest, but the recurrence of such incidents suggests that underlying issues persist between migrant communities. As tensions continue, efforts to manage the situation appear increasingly challenging.

This latest incident reinforces the need for a coordinated response from authorities to prevent further episodes of violence and ensure the safety of both migrants and law enforcement.