Protests Erupt Across Spain Against Sánchez's Migration Policies

Tens of thousands of people took to the streets across Spain on Saturday to protest against the Spanish government's migration policies, with a particular focus on the North African enclave of Ceuta. The demonstrations occurred more than a month after an unprecedented surge of migrants overwhelmed Ceuta, drawing criticism towards Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s administration.In Madrid, approximately 50,000 people participated in a significant rally, expressing their discontent over the...
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