European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen made stern remarks regarding the migration movements at Spain's Ceuta border.
Von der Leyen stressed that the images coming from Ceuta were unacceptable. "We cannot allow anyone to enter the European Union without following our rules," said the Commission President, adding: "Dangerous crossings must be stopped immediately, human smuggling networks must be dismantled, and returns in line with our rules must be ensured swiftly."
Announcing that the European Union would provide additional operational support, including Frontex, to Spain, von der Leyen said she believed that close cooperation with Morocco would bring concrete results.