False posts claiming Morocco-Ceuta border opening spark migration tensions

False social media posts claiming Morocco's border with Spain's Ceuta enclave would open for the Assumption holiday prompted migrants to gather at the crossing. Moroccan and Spanish authorities tightened security following a recent mass influx into Ceuta. Morocco said those who spread the false claims could face legal action.

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