A number of migrants filmed themselves celebrating in the streets of Ceuta, the Spanish enclave on Morocco's northern coast, after crossing the border, with reports suggesting thousands of young people had been encouraged to attempt the crossing by posts circulating on social media. The footage has caused alarm in the Spanish territory, which has repeatedly been a flashpoint for mass border crossings from Morocco, and has reignited debate in Britain and Spain over migration policy and border security.

Ceuta, along with Melilla, is one of two Spanish enclaves in North Africa that share a land border with Morocco, making them frequent targets for migrants seeking entry to the European Union. The article, part of wider Daily Mail coverage including opinion pieces criticising "open borders" advocates, describes local residents as fearful amid the scenes, though specific figures on how many crossed or were detained are not detailed in the available text.