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SECURITYAug 18 · 04:07 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROITAkram Oubachir, Associated Press

A physics graduate, a soccer player, a teen who couldn't swim: They died in the Ceuta migrant surge

A massive migrant surge of over 70,000 people attempted to cross Morocco's border into Ceuta, a Spanish exclave, fueled by poverty and misinformation. At least 90 people died during the deadly crossing, becoming victims of the crisis. The incident highlighted the persistent challenge of turning economic growth into higher-paying jobs for citizens.

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A physics graduate, a soccer player, a teen who couldn't swim: They died in the Ceuta migrant surge · The Nexus