Ceuta, the Spanish enclave on the northern coast of Africa, is facing the biggest migrant influx in years, with more than 1,500 people crossing from Morocco in recent days, with the largest influx occurring on Thursday. According to the latest El País report, at least 18 people have died trying to reach Spanish territory. Pedro Sánchez's government has decided to deploy military forces to reinforce security, while the crisis has sparked a fierce political and diplomatic standoff between Spain and Italy.

Only lawyers registered in a dedicated professional register will now be permitted to provide free legal guidance to asylum seekers during the first stage of the administrative process. An additional payment of €250 will also be available where, following the information session, an applicant chooses voluntary departure and their return is successfully completed.

Authorities have reported a significant increase in migrant arrivals off the southern coast of Crete, with triple-digit detections occurring daily.