Tens of thousands protest in Spain over Ceuta migrant crisis

On September 3, 2026, tens of thousands of protesters marched in Madrid and other Spanish cities, including Ceuta, to demonstrate against the government's handling of the migrant crisis at the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. The protests were fueled by anger over what many demonstrators described as an 'invasion' of migrants crossing the border. Chants such as 'We have a border and it must be respected' were heard among the crowds. The demonstrations reflect deep divisions in the country over how to address the surge in arrivals.