Ceuta migrant crossings: are calls for stronger border controls from 22 member states in line with EU law?

The unprecedented border crossing into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta has sparked a wave of political reactions across Europe. Far-right parties described the crossings as “an invasion” and a majority of European governments demanded a reaction from European Union officials. In an urgent meeting of the bloc’s interior mi

Ursula von der Leyen wants stronger border controls after Ceuta crisis  The Times

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called for "united action" on border security after the chaotic influx of tens of thousands of migrants from Morocco into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta last week.

Ursula von der Leyen has called for action ahead of an urgent EU interior ministers meeting to discuss the issue.