The Videos and Rumors That Sparked a Deadly Surge of Migrants into Ceuta The recent influx of migrants into Spain's enclave of Ceuta has resulted in a tragic loss of life, with over 80 people dying in attempts to cross the border.
Thousands more were left stranded on the Spanish side, facing dire conditions without access to shelter, food, or water.
Misinformation spread rapidly through social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram, where videos and posts claimed that Spain's border with Morocco was open to migrants.