The death toll linked to the recent mass migration attempt at the Spanish-controlled Ceuta enclave has climbed to 14, according to the Moroccan National Human Rights Council (CNDH). Previously, authorities had reported 11 fatalities, but updated figures confirm the increase in casualties on the Moroccan side of the border.
The CNDH has openly criticized the handling of the crisis by local authorities in Ceuta, alleging a failure to provide necessary humanitarian assistance to the migrants. The council reported that the authorities issued orders to close restaurants, cafes, and large shops, which effectively deprived migrants of access to food and water. Furthermore, the organization documented claims of racism toward irregular migrants within the enclave, describing the protection and humanitarian support provided as fundamentally inadequate.
According to the council's data, 136 civilians sustained minor injuries during the events, 13 of whom required hospitalization, primarily for bone fractures or diagnostic scans. On the security front, 87 members of the Moroccan security forces received medical attention or treatment. Spanish authorities have not released any information regarding casualties among their own security personnel.
Legal repercussions are underway, with approximately 100 people arrested in connection with the events, including 11 minors. In a separate incident near the Spanish-controlled Melilla enclave, 23 individuals—including two foreign nationals—have been referred to the Nador court, while 11 minors involved in that incident are currently under judicial investigation.
Infrastructure damage was also significant, with the CNDH noting that 61 private cars, 15 motorcycles, and 18 vehicles belonging to Moroccan security forces were damaged in the Phnidek and Bni Ansar border areas. While more than 69,000 individuals have returned to Morocco since the mass crossing attempt between July 29 and 31, local authorities estimate that between 3,000 and 5,000 migrants remain within the enclave.