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 orcas have sustained injuries consistent with pellet shots, raising alarms about cruelty and the threats faced by a critically endangered pod. Authorities are assessing the potential threats and regional groups are monitoring the animals as they move along shipping routes.