These striking images depict the tumultuous events that unfolded during the migrant crisis in Ceuta. Situated on the northern coast of Africa, Ceuta became a focal point as thousands of migrants embarked on perilous journeys in an attempt to reach European shores.
In May 2021, a significant influx of migrants, primarily from Morocco, overwhelmed the border security of Ceuta, leading to a humanitarian crisis. The photographs showcase the desperation, and determination as migrants swam, climbed fences, and risked their lives to cross into Spanish territory.
