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Europe today: Ceuta asks EU for help, Hungary expels 10 Russian diplomats

Euronews Portugal9 September 2026 at 07:06

The president of the municipality of Ceuta, Juan Jesús Vivas, asked for more European support after the illegal entry of approximately 80 thousand people into the Spanish city. Ceuta is a Spanish enclave located in northern Africa, bordering Morocco.

Hungary announced the expulsion of 10 Russian diplomats, classifying their activities as "unacceptable". This decision comes in a context of tension between Hungary and Russia.

The two matters were reported in the European context of the day, showing different challenges faced by Europe: migratory pressure on the southern borders and relations with Russia.

The summary presents the two main themes mentioned in the brief news, identifying the main actors: Juan Jesús Vivas in Ceuta and the Hungarian government regarding the issue of Russian diplomats.

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