A narrow sea passage linking Atlantic and Mediterranean
Thousands have swum into Ceuta from Morocco as Spain deploys the army to secure its North African enclave. At least 9–60 deaths reported; the government is coordinating with Morocco to repatriate migrants while facing a humanitarian and security challenge.
The Iberian orca Toñi has been seen with dorsal-fin injuries consistent with pellet shots. Investigators are assessing possible shots, while groups warn of infection risk. Authorities say pellets may remain lodged, threatening the elderly matriarch of a critically endangered pod.