Hundreds of migrants tried to enter the Spanish enclave in North Africa, after social media posts called for another mass crossing.

Moroccan authorities on Wednesday announced measures to counter a new influx of migrants to the Spanish territory of Ceuta, after monitoring a new wave of online disinformation.

Morocco arrests suspects over social media calls for mass crossings into Ceuta and Melilla, reinforcing border security with Spain ahead of August 15.

Morocco has mobilised hundreds of riot police and eight naval vessels near Ceuta amid online calls for another mass crossing on August 15