Italy and Spain agree to end border controls between the two countries

Updated 2026-10-25 · told from many outlets at once

Italy and Spain agreed to end mutual border controls and boost information sharing after a mass migrant influx into Ceuta. Over 70,000 people entered Ceuta on July 30 and 31, triggering the dispute. The government reported more than 11,000 people returned to Morocco since August 10.

• Spain and Italy agreed to end reciprocal border controls.
• More than 70,000 people illegally entered Ceuta on July 30 and 31.
• The government counted over 11,000 people returned to Morocco since August 10.
• Italy initially introduced controls after over 70,000 people entered Ceuta.

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