The European Union has called for stronger border measures following migrant crossings into Ceuta, with Ursula von der Leyen urging action before an urgent meeting of EU interior ministers.
The issue is set to be discussed by ministers responsible for internal affairs across the bloc, after the crossings placed renewed attention on the management of the EU’s external borders.
Ceuta is at the centre of the latest discussion after migrants crossed into the territory. The initial information did not specify how many people were involved, when the crossings took place, or what immediate measures were taken on the ground.
Von der Leyen’s intervention signals that the matter is being treated at EU level, with border strength and migration controls expected to form part of the ministerial talks.
The urgent meeting will provide the next opportunity for EU interior ministers to consider the response. No further details were provided on the specific actions being proposed or the timetable for any decisions.
