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Military-aged men continue invading Spain, now in Cartagena.

24 August 2026
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As the migration situation in Spain intensifies, Cartagena faces a new wave of migrant landings. In the past few days, two boats have reached its shores, with over 100 migrants arriving in just three days. The arrival of these vessels has highlighted the security crisis in the region, with citizens increasingly worried about thefts and assaults in their communities.

The migrants, many of them of military age and reportedly of Algerian origin, have landed on various beaches in Cartagena. While authorities attend to the newcomers, residents in places like Tentegorra have expressed their growing sense of insecurity. Women walking and exercising in the area report incidents of harassment, raising social tensions.

The presence of a migrant center at the naval hospital in Cartagena has sparked intense debate. Local residents criticize not only the government's ability to manage the situation but also apparent waste of resources on unnecessary public works while citizens' safety is compromised. Questions arise about whether investments in infrastructure truly address the most pressing concerns.

Political parties, including PPRM and the socialists, have begun pointing fingers regarding the management of the crisis. While some demand explanations on how the Civil Guard will be used to curb boat landings, others accuse them of instilling fear in the population. This political infighting has distracted from what many see as an urgent problem requiring effective solutions.

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